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PM: Fracking benefits 'clear'

David Cameron has said "we cannot afford to miss out on fracking"as he sets out his argument in favour of the controversial method of extracting gas in the Daily Telegraph.

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PM: Whole country 'should get behind fracking'

The Prime Minister is urging the whole country to 'get behind fracking', claiming the controversial method of extracting gas will lower bills and create jobs.

David Cameron believes it offers 'huge benefits'.

But, in Balcombe in West Sussex, where exploratory drilling is already underway, some local people told ITV News reporter Ben Chapman that they aren't convinced.

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