Shale Gas Extraction Debate
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Stephanie Peacock
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Shale Gas Extraction
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Mr Rees-Mogg
My hon. Friend says only two years ago—why such a short timeframe?
Stephanie Peacock (Barnsley East) (Lab)
The Government’s figures show that only 17% of the public support fracking. In Barnsley, 3,000 people signed a petition against it. There is no local consent in the area I represent. Given that the last round of fracking licences was for Yorkshire, how will the Secretary of State ensure that northern communities are not disproportionately affected by this outdated and dangerous way to create energy?
Mr Rees-Mogg
This is definitely not outdated; it is a very effective, modern way of extracting energy. I would say to people: do they want cheaper and more secure energy or not? If the answer is yes, fracking is going to be part of the answer.