A “frack-free” zone has been declared in Brighton and Hove.
With Sussex one of the main areas in the UK that firms are looking at for the controversial drilling technique to extract gas, Brighton and Hove City Council has taken a step to make a “declaration of intent”.
Although not legally binding, the agreement provides a framework position which could be used by the local authority to make representations about any fracking plans for the area.
It was approved by the council’s influential policy and resources committee.
Conservative councillor Geoffrey Theobald described the move as “nonsense”, adding the local authority had no control over fracking applications.
But Green councillor Pete West argued: “Brighton is now a green beacon of the country and it’s important we use that to have say on this threat.”
Green and Labour councillors voted for the report but Conservative councillors abstained.
It comes after Tory-led East Sussex County Council became the first area in the UK to pass an “anti-fracking” motion.
See the latest news headlines from The Argus:
- Animal activists stage protest in Sainsbury's over 'cruel Christmas dinners'
- Young dad dies after cutting his neck on wine bottle in 'freak accident'
- 'The weather won't put me off': Voters head out to the polls in force
- Exit poll for General Election 2019 predicts Conservative majority
- General Election 2019 LIVE updates as exit poll predicts big Conservative win
House Rules
We do not moderate comments, but we expect readers to adhere to certain rules in the interests of open and accountable debate.
Last Updated:
Are you sure you want to delete this comment?
Report This Comment