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Big surprise as planning officers change their recommendation to a refusal just before the meeting. No surprise as councillors vote seven to two to refuse the application.
Fracking
There has been strong opposition to the prospect of Fracking on the Isle of Wight.
Frack Free Isle of Wight is a campaign group set up to oppose fracking and the issue has been debated several times in council meetings.
Below are articles relating to Fracking on the Isle of Wight
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Want to learn more about Fracking? Head to Cafe Scientifique for the next talk, 'Why bother with Fracking?'
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Fracking licences have been granted on the Isle of Wight. 100+ people went to listen to an expert explain what it means. You too can listen to the talk.
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Campaigners say studies show that "fracking pollutes water supplies, causes earthquakes and spoils local communities" so are urging the council to refuse any planning applications for fracking on the Island.
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Moves this week by the Government could lead to fracking being carried out anywhere on the Island, even in AONB areas if 'in the public interest'.
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Isle of Wight UKIP believe fracked oil and gas might help lower prices and help the public purse.
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Follow the launch of the Isle of Wight Green Party's election campaign. Brought to you live from Quay Arts in Newport.
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The Isle of Wight Council has welcomed the news that the government has clarified its policy on fracking, in particular, the areas where it will not be permitted.
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The company with the rights to extract oil from Isle of Wight sites have today announced they think that there's over 100 million barrels available - and it's 'drill ready'.
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Concerns it could open the council to judicial review led to 12 members abstaining and nine voting against the motion to declare the Isle of Wight 'Fracking Free'.
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The IW Green Party prospective parliamentary candidate, Vix Lowthion, launches her Personal Manifesto for the Isle of Wight. Watch the videos or read the text.
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The Isle of Wight Green party say the introduction of TTIP could remove protection that Islanders currently take for granted, like a universal public health system, clean drinking water or basic food standards.
