Moratorium on fracking

Early day motion 33, tabled 11 May 2022 by Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 19 members.

That this House expresses concern at reports that Cuadrilla have been given another year to explore options for its wells; regrets that fracking for shale gas is still being considered despite the renewable alternatives that are available; urges the Government to ensure the moratorium on fracking is made both statutory and permanent; and calls on the Prime Minister to step in to ensure all fracking wells are decommissioned as soon as possible.

Signatures by party: Labour 8, Liberal Democrat 3, Alba 2, Independent 2, Scottish National Party 2, Green 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.