Andy Burnham vows UK will hit net zero target despite Jackdaw gasfield approval

Andy Burnham issues 'climate crisis' statement after Jackdaw gas field approval

Gas from Jackdaw is set to be supplied to the UK from as soon as this winter

Andy Burnham refuses to back down on Net Zero after green light for North Sea drilling

Andy Burnham has insisted Labour's "determination is unwavering" to achieve Net Zero by 2050, despite the approval of the Jackdaw gas field.The Government's backing of the site opens the door to drilling in the North Sea and aims to supply gas to British businesses and homes as early as this month. The site, off the coast of Aberdeen, is one of two North Sea projects, alongside the Rosebank oil field, that have hung over Labour since the previou…

Andy Burnham vows UK will hit net zero target despite Jackdaw gasfield approval

Jackdaw move will boost UK energy security

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has insisted the UK will meet its net-zero target despite approving the Jackdaw gas field. Ministers earlier this week approved the Scottish venture after years of uncertainty and a court case. The decision drew criticism from some Labour backbenchers and environmentalists, who said it was “disappointing” and showed…

Jackdaw gas field approval will strengthen UK energy security, Burnham says

The Jackdaw gas field, 150 miles east of Aberdeen in Scotland, has been approved after years of uncertainty and a court case