Andy Burnham, set to become Britain's sixth prime minister in a decade, will stress the need for honesty about the country's challenges. He plans measures to ease the cost of living, potentially including reduced energy bills and lower bus fares, alongside increased North Sea fossil fuel drilling despite environmental backlash.
US President Donald Trump claimed Aberdeen residents would celebrate reports that incoming UK PM Andy Burnham might back new North Sea oil and gas drilling, despite Burnham not confirming the reports. Trump also criticized wind power.
Andy Burnham, expected to become Prime Minister, faces internal Labour opposition over potential new North Sea oil and gas drilling licenses. While his team hasn't confirmed details, "tieback" arrangements could allow drilling without breaching manifesto pledges, angering climate campaigners and some MPs.
Donald Trump asserted that new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will fully open North Sea oil fields, an intervention made hours before Burnham takes office. This claim contradicts Labour's manifesto pledge against new licenses, though Burnham has not denied considering new production, which his deputy termed a 'change in emphasis'.
Ahead of entering Downing Street, new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to announce a pragmatic approach to North Sea oil and gas, honoring existing licenses while adhering to the 2024 manifesto pledge against new ones. This comes amid ongoing legal challenges to fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw, and industry calls to address the Energy Profits Levy.
Adura urges UK government approval for Jackdaw gas production to avert winter shortages. Environmentalists oppose it due to climate change concerns. The project faces regulatory hurdles after a court ruling.
Owners of the Jackdaw gas platform in the North Sea are pressing the UK government for approval to start production by October 1st, warning of potential winter supply shortages. Environmental groups oppose the project, citing climate change concerns.
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UK's likely next Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, faces a critical decision on expanding North Sea oil drilling or focusing on renewables, amidst a global energy crisis exacerbated by the Iran war and Russia's conflict in Ukraine. Business leaders and some unions back drilling for energy security and jobs, while others advocate for clean energy. Key fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw are central to the debate.
Scores of Labour MPs are pressuring prospective prime minister Andy Burnham to reject the Rosebank oilfield development in the North Sea, citing new research that estimates 250m tonnes of CO2 emissions over its lifetime, equivalent to 70% of the UK's annual emissions, and arguing it won't reduce fuel prices or significantly boost the economy.
Labour MPs and climate campaigners are reportedly softening their opposition to the controversial Jackdaw North Sea gas field ahead of a potential Andy Burnham premiership, while vowing to continue fighting the Rosebank oil field. The shift reflects a pragmatic approach to jobs and energy security, though it draws criticism from environmental groups and the Green Party.
The Green party and several trade unions have warned the Labour party against weakening its climate commitments, particularly on North Sea oil and gas drilling. They argue that such a move would lead to political failure and economic detriment, while other unions and figures advocate for continued drilling to protect jobs.
Donald Trump called Andy Burnham "extremely liberal" and criticized the UK, suggesting a difficult relationship if Burnham becomes PM. His remarks came during a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, where Trump also expressed disappointment with European allies over the Iran conflict.
Donald Trump criticized outgoing UK PM Keir Starmer's policies on energy, immigration, and relations with Washington, suggesting they contributed to his downfall. Trump cited Starmer's approach to North Sea oil and the use of a British base in Cyprus for US strikes on Iran as key issues.
Donald Trump criticized outgoing UK PM Keir Starmer's policies on energy, immigration, and foreign relations, suggesting they contributed to his downfall. Trump cited Starmer's stance on North Sea oil and support for the US on geopolitical issues as key failures.
Donald Trump criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's upcoming resignation, citing Starmer's handling of energy policy, immigration, and relations with Washington. Trump specifically mentioned Starmer's stance on North Sea oil and wind turbines, as well as delays in approving US requests for military bases in Cyprus for strikes in Iran.
Donald Trump criticized outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, citing Starmer's handling of energy policy, immigration, and relations with Washington. Trump specifically mentioned Starmer's approach to North Sea oil and wind energy, as well as delays in approving US requests for military base use in Cyprus.
Former US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign, citing failures in immigration and energy policy, specifically mentioning the extraction of North Sea oil.
Ed Miliband's firm stance on North Sea oil and gas exploration could create early friction with potential leader Andy Burnham, who has a more open mind on the issue. Union leaders are warning Labour that its current policies are alienating oil and gas workers.
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has lost the Aberdeen South seat to the Scottish Conservatives in a by-election, with Douglas Lumsden winning by 6,050 votes. The result is seen as a referendum on the North Sea oil and gas industry.
The Aberdeen South by-election is a tight contest between the SNP and Conservatives, largely focused on North Sea oil and gas policy. Job losses and energy security claims are central, with the Tories advocating for extraction and the SNP navigating between jobs and renewables.
Wes Streeting is preparing a Labour leadership bid focused on attracting global talent through a "global talent programme" and using North Sea oil and gas tax revenues to cut energy bills. He criticizes the US for deterring scientists and AI experts, vowing to welcome them to Britain.
The Aberdeen South by-election on June 18 is a pivotal contest on North Sea oil politics. Reform UK and Scottish Conservatives are campaigning on reviving oil and gas production, challenging the SNP's net zero commitments. The outcome could signal a wider debate on the economic burden of net zero ahead of a UK general election.
