Burnham Expected to Reverse Ban on New Oil and Gas Drilling The incoming Labour government's decision to grant new licences for oil and gas drilling in the North Sea has sparked a heated debate, pitting climate concerns against economic interests.
Andy Burnham's move would be a significant departure from Labour's 2024 manifesto, which promised to honour existing permits but not issue new ones.
Trade unions and some Labour MPs are urging Burnham to support the sector, arguing that backing new drilling would demonstrate Britain's commitment to producing, building, and manufacturing.