Shale gas is tipped to do many things if we go for it in a big way in the UK – but so far it hasn’t been described as deadly for energy consultants. Cue shale gas advocate – and former energy consultant – Nick Grealy, who believes the end is nigh for the energy middleman.

ELN reporter Vicky Ellis spoke to Mr Grealy and then asked three consultants exactly what they thought about his controversial claim.