Issue - meetings

            The Board considered a report which advised on the Council’s response to the Government’s consultations on changes to the regulation of Shale Gas exploitation. Two consultations had been undertaken by two separate Government Departments. Members noted that permitted development rights (Parliament had already granted an England wide consent for this activity) for mining and minerals exploration and this covers boreholes, seismic surveys and excavations for minerals exploration.

            As the consultation closed on 25^th October 2018, it was not possible to report the responses to the Board prior to the consultation closing. Therefore. Members considered a copy of the respective responses submitted. It was noted that the Council had submitted objections to both consultations.

            Arising from the discussion the Board requested that consideration should be given to arrange a seminar for all Members to discuss the implications around Shale Gas exploitation.

            RESOLVED: That the report be noted.