It may be a new year -- but -- the controversy over shale gas exploration remains simmering on the front burner.
And in an interview with CHSJ News -- Premier Alward says his government is moving to tighten up regulations for the industry so that people will feel protected and companies will the clarity to look for opportunities as well.
Alward says those regulations will be backed by better monitoring and adequate enforcement -- the Premier also says he believes we need to have good quality companies carrying out the exploration work.
Premier Alward says greater access to natural gas can help bolster our future economic prospects.
