Fracking (Gov Decision/ Public Sect)

Question 1

Why does fracking have benefits?

Answer 1

Creates energy security as have natural gas source

Thought that UK has enough natural gas to sustain self for decades

Benefits UK on a national level

Question 2

Limitations of fracking

Answer 2

Can pollute groundwater, which enters rivers and harms biodiversity, and affects drinking water which could cause health issues

Can cause earthquakes

Question 3

Players

Answer 3

Govs/ Local economy support

Some locals may support if creates jobs, but that’s unlikely

Most locals/ environmental groups don’t support