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North Sea Oil Pushes for Policy Shift | Aberdeen News
The North Sea oil and gas industry is pushing hard for government approval of key projects like Rosebank and Jackdaw, arguing they could unlock over 100 new developments, billions in investment, and a massive boost to the Treasury—especially if the energy profits levy is reformed. Industry group OEUK urges Chancellor John Healey to act in the upcoming Budget, positioning domestic production as smarter than imports for energy security and economic growth. Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces a tightrope walk: Labour’s climate pledge bans new licenses, but the industry insists most projects don’t…
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