Jackdaw North Sea gasfield to get go-ahead in blow to climate campaigners
Summary
The UK government will approve drilling at the Jackdaw gasfield in the North Sea, supporting the oil and gas industry while raising concerns from climate activists. The decision follows legal and political debates about its impact on the UK’s climate goals and energy security.Key Facts
- The Jackdaw gasfield will soon receive approval for gas drilling.
- Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh and Chancellor John Healey will announce the decision.
- Jackdaw is one of the largest undeveloped gasfields in the North Sea.
- The field is operated by Shell and Equinor, a Norwegian company.
- Climate campaigners argue Jackdaw contradicts Labour’s climate promises and worsens global warming.
- Jackdaw will provide about 2% of UK gas demand for about 10 years and account for 6% of North Sea gas production when fully running.
- Labour government had promised no new North Sea oil and gas licenses but is approving Jackdaw because it is not a new license but a reapproval after a court ruling.
- President Donald Trump and UK politicians supported approving the gasfield to help with energy supply and jobs.
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