Article 1EV0G 'Riding roughshod over democracy': residents on fracking in North Yorkshire

'Riding roughshod over democracy': residents on fracking in North Yorkshire

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Despite thousands of objections shale gas tests in Kirby Misperton were approved on Monday. Locals living in the area tell us their concerns

After a verdict on Monday that will see the first operation to frack for shale gas in five years in North Yorkshire, anti-fracking campaigners have accused the county council of declaring war on people's rights to clean air and water.

Tests for shale gas can now take place in the village of Kirby Misperton, in the Ryedale district, after councillors gave the green light to UK firm Third Energy. We asked those living in the area their views on fracking and whether they'll continue protesting.

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