By Eli Ridder New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt says her government is launching a review of the province’s long-standing ban on hydraulic fracturing. The Liberal premier says the review of the 2014 ban on fracking is part of her government’s work to explore ways it can strengthen the provincial economy. Officials say the Liberal provincial government will consult First Nations communities, local governments, industry stakeholders and regular New Brunswickers. Holt backed the ban as recently as last year, but says the review of the moratorium doesn’t guarantee a return of widespread drilling. She says Canada’s escalating trade war with the United States in recent days has strengthened her belief the province needs to invest in ways to bring about more economic stability. Natural Resources Minister John Herron says the government…
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