Select committee: Environment and Climate Change Committee
Conclusion 59
1st Report - Methane: keep up the momentum
Published 10 Dec 2024
Paragraph 283
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Conclusion (the committee's words)
The NSTA were confident that their current fining powers, and related reputational damage, are a sufficient deterrent for regulatory breaches. The NSTA has the power to fine operators up to £1 million, but the maximum fine levied to date was £225,000. However, as the industry moves closer to the ban on routine venting and flaring and regulation becomes stricter, a more robust approach may be necessary. The
From: Environment and Climate Change Committee, 1st Report - Methane: keep up the momentum, paragraph 283, 10 December 2024
Government response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 12 February 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗