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Cuadrilla’s defeat may deter UK shale investment

Cuadrilla’s proposal for exploratory fracking has been rejected by Lancashire County Council. The company may appeal against the decision, but the damage to the industry’s image has already been done.

Anti-fracking protesters outside Preston County Hall, Lancashire. (PA) Anti-fracking protesters outside Preston County Hall, Lancashire. (PA)

Cuadrilla’s proposal for exploratory fracking has been rejected by Lancashire County Council. The company may appeal against the decision, but the damage to the industry’s image has already been done.