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Residents' Feedback Prompts Extension of Rathlin Energy Permit Review
9 Sep
Summary
- Environment Agency extends consultation on Rathlin Energy's permit variation
- Rathlin Energy has operated in West Newton since 2013
- Consultation extended from Sept 9 to Oct 6 due to resident feedback
On September 9th, 2025, the Environment Agency (EA) announced an extension to the consultation period for Rathlin Energy (UK)'s permit variation at its East Yorkshire site. The original consultation, which opened on July 29th, was set to close on September 9th, but has now been extended until October 6th.
The extension comes in response to feedback received from local residents regarding the permit variation. Rathlin Energy has been operating at the West Newton site since 2013 and holds an environmental permit for drilling wells and long-term oil and gas production. The company has now applied to vary this existing permit at its A well site.
The EA stated that the consultation period has been extended to allow for further consideration of the representations made by the community. This suggests the residents have raised concerns or objections that the agency feels warrant additional review before making a final decision on Rathlin Energy's permit variation request.
The outcome of this extended consultation process will determine whether the permit variation is ultimately granted, potentially impacting Rathlin Energy's future operations in the East Yorkshire region.
