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Starmer Backs Miliband's North Sea Drilling Decision Amid Criticism

3/26/2026

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Starmer Urges Miliband

Sir Keir Starmer, Labour leader, stated that the decision to drill in the North Sea lies with Energy Secretary Ed Miliband.
United States President Donald Trump presses the UK to approve drilling at Rosebank and Jackdaw.
Critics accuse Miliband of wielding power after he opposed United States actions in Iran.
Experts urge Labour to reconsider its North Sea policy as energy costs rise amid the Middle East conflict.

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OEUK Advocates Production

Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) calls for urgent increases in North Sea oil and gas production to bolster energy security.
A report indicates that North Sea gas has a lower emissions footprint than imported LNG.
OEUK warns that without higher domestic output, the UK could rely on imports approaching 50% by 2035.
The group advocates a balanced approach, supporting fossil fuels and renewables to maintain energy security.

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Starmer Urges Miliband

Sir Keir Starmer, Labour leader, stated that the decision to drill in the North Sea lies with Energy Secretary Ed Miliband.
United States President Donald Trump presses the UK to approve drilling at Rosebank and Jackdaw.
Critics accuse Miliband of wielding power after he opposed United States actions in Iran.
Experts urge Labour to reconsider its North Sea policy as energy costs rise amid the Middle East conflict.

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