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<p>The Department has received a number of comments and has been made aware of recommendations
by a variety of interested parties, including Non-Governmental Organisations and members
of the public, that are relevant to the UK's shale gas regulatory regime. The UK has
a strong regulatory system which provides a comprehensive and fit for purpose regime
for exploratory activities, but we want continuously to improve it. The Office for
Unconventional Gas and Oil (OUGO) works closely with regulators and others to ensure
that regulation is also fit for purpose for production; and that it remains robust
enough to safeguard public safety and protect the environment.</p><p> </p><p>The Department
is presently conducting a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) on further onshore
licensing. The SEA consultation closed on 28 March. Some of the responses to this
consultation are relevant to the UK's shale gas regulatory regime. All responses will
be carefully considered before any decision is made on further licensing.</p><p> </p>
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