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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.
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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Frack Free Isle of Wight are encouraging as many Islanders as possible to participate in the public review for a drilling rig off the coast of Bournemouth
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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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As well as eight councillors either voting against or abstaining in Cllr Medland's fracking motion, nine other councillors had already left the chamber and one was absent from the entire meeting.
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Frack Free Isle of Wight have their AGM this week and invite anyone interested in finding out more about what they do to attend. If you like what you hear, become a member for £6pa.
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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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Members of the public concerned about the potential of fracking on the Isle of Wight are encouraged to attend a drop-in session on Saturday between 10am-3pm in Newport.
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There were two meetings this week hosted by the Frack Free Isle of Wight campaign group and two more coming up next week too.
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'Don't Frack the Commonweal' is a nationwide community artwork project in progress is coming to the Isle of Wight later this week - learn how you can take part.
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Despite the protection promised prior to the election, the Government plan to redefine the rules on Fracking in AONB and SSSI areas.
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Although the cap at £2,500 will be welcomed by many, it's still twice the amount average households were paying this time last year
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The Chief Executive of UK Oil & Gas PLC vehemently refutes claims made by Frack Free Isle of Wight and categorically states that UKOG do not frack and will not be fracking.
