NT government accused of failing to address climate risks before approving Beetaloo Basin gas project

A letter from a panel member of the Northern Territory’s fracking inquiry says there have been ‘material departures’ from some of its recommendations. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The Guardian

A letter from one of the panel members of the Northern Territory’s fracking inquiry says the Fyles government has not fully implemented key recommendations, including those aimed at reducing the risk new gas developments pose for the climate.

Environment groups say it shows “serious outstanding issues” remain with plans to expand the gas industry in the Beetaloo Basin a day after the NT government cleared the way for a move from exploration to production.