| Energy firms will be able to bid for licenses Monday to explore for shale gas in Britain, three years after the controversial fracking process caused seismic tremors which led the government to suspend operations.
Business and Energy Minister Matthew Hancock said shale gas has the potential to increase the country's energy supply but stressed national parks will be protected. "Done right, speeding up shale will mean more jobs and opportunities for people and help ensure long-term economic and energy security for our country," he said...............................................Full Article: Source
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