​The Environment Agency has launched public consultation on its draft decision to grant Europa Oil & Gas an environmental permit for a temporary exploration wellsite known as Cloughton 2 near Burniston, Scarborough and the North York Moors National Park. ​“The Environment Agency has a different legal role. Courtesy Numminen, Ldrs...​He said: “Our assessment is evidence-based and we have published the reasons for our draft decision. ​The new public consultation provides an opportunity for people to comment on the draft decision before a final decision is made. All relevant responses will be considered before the Environment Agency reaches its final determination.