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Bill allowing landowners "veto" powers on oil and gas projects appears

A PIECE of legislation has been introduced to the Western Australian parliament, allowing private landowners the power to "veto" oil and gas projects.

 Image from WA Parliament.

Image from WA Parliament.

The Bill Petroleum and Geothermal Energy Resources Amendment (Veto Powers) 2017 allows landowners to halt and stop any oil and gas exploration and production on their land if they are using it for agricultural...

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