Union Jack Oil PLC (LON:UJO) has relayed communications by West Newton operator Rathlin Energy to the communities in the vicinity of the project in East Yorkshire relating to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
“This update is to let you know that we are moving our programme of works forward, in line with the latest government and public health guidance on COVID-19. We continue to follow the advice closely,” Rathlin said in a letter.
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Rathlin detailed that, as from today, it is starting the construction of an access track to the West Newton B site. The work programme is expected to last for five to six weeks. In due course, site construction work will also take place, which is slated to take five to six weeks as well.
Meanwhile, Rathlin noted that it is permitted to restart production testing at the West Newton A site, once necessary personnel and equipment are available.
Last month, the testing programme was given an environmental greenlight.
Union Jack owns a 16.665% interest in the project.