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<p>The Environment Agency has undertaken its own risk assessment and determined that
the separation distances cited in the draft standard rules permits are safe for people
and the environment. They have also consulted with both Natural England and Public
Health England on the proposed rules, who are satisfied the distances are protective
of human health and the environment.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Flow testing and acid washing
occur at considerable depth underground and are low risk conventional techniques,
which have been used by the oil and gas industry for many years. Any proposal for
hydraulic fracturing would require a bespoke environmental permit.</p><p> </p><p><br><br></p><p>
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