Fracking given go-ahead in North Yorkshire
An application to frack for shale gas at a site in Kirby Misperton has been approved by North Yorkshire County Council.
Police praise North Yorkshire fracking protestors
North Yorkshire Police has praised those who took part in protests for the "fracking" planning application decision in Northallerton.
The two-day meeting, which concluded today (Monday 23 May 2016), saw hundreds of people gather to air their views outside County Hall, North Yorkshire County Council.
Police say the atmosphere largely remained good natured while they and North Yorkshire County Council facilitated lawful protest. No arrests were made.
Superintendent Dave Hannan, Head of Specialist Operations at North Yorkshire Police, said: "This issue has generated a great deal of feeling in the local community and beyond. It also has potential to boil over into public disorder and unlawful behaviour.
"North Yorkshire Police worked closely with North Yorkshire County Council and liaised with representatives from all sides of this issue to mitigate this concern, whilst fulfilling our duty to facilitate lawful protest.
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Campaigners: Kirby Misperton fracking approval unlawful
Anti-fracking campaigners have written to North Yorkshire County Council saying the decision to approve fracking was unlawful.
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Protestors in Sheffield demonstrate against fracking
A demonstration has been held in Sheffield in wake of a controversial decision to allow fracking in North Yorks.