Any feedback on the meeting Scimitar?
As I told you, I could not go. However, over 100 people attended, and there is apparently quite a cross section of people who know what they are talking about. So the matter is going to drag on for quite a while yet.There are petitions in local shops-signed by many people who hadn't even been made aware of this proposed development.
One of the latest concerns I've read today is about the aftermath of gas extraction. We live close to an electricity station, therefore many pylons on the horizon. What happens to the empty pockets of gas underneath these pylons - the gas is probably an integral part of its subterranian support - when the gas between the rocks have gone there will be an increased risk of subsidence, and nobody, as far as I know can predict where this will happen.
There is also concerns about by-product toxins and carcinogens.
I get people saying I'm a NIMBY. And I understand the need to support the lack of available fuels to support our national grid. I just don't think our location is right-convenient for the farmer because he'll have his field back after 15 yrs. And no doubt he's going to be paid handsomeley in the meantime.
I still feel that we, as residents, in a quiet rural area, could end up with all sorts environmental problems (clean air issues), and potential long term subsidence, etc..
From talking to a neighbour who went to the meeting, we are quite hopeful of an objection to this proposal that will succeed.
I certainly hope so - as there are apparently no underwritings to safeguard our houses during or after this operation.
