The Environment Agency has opened a public consultation on its draft decision to grant an environmental permit for a temporary exploration wellsite known as Cloughton 2 near Burniston, North Yorkshire. The consultation will run for six weeks and locals and residents are invited to comment before a final decision is made.
Draft permit consultation opens on Cloughton gas proposal
UKPulse News DeskThe Environment Agency has opened a six-week consultation on its draft decision to grant an environmental permit for a temporary exploration wellsite near Burniston, North Yorkshire.
- The consultation will run from 3 August to 23 September 2026.
- The proposal is to drill a test borehole to assess the potential for conventional gas extraction.
- The Environment Agency has a separate legal role from the local planning authority, which refused planning permission in May 2026.
Why this matters: The consultation provides an opportunity for people to comment on the draft decision before a final decision is made.
What this means for you: If you live in the area, you can view the consultation documents and leave comments online or contact the Environment Agency on 03708 506 506.