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Andy Burnham Faces Labour Rebellion as MPs Launch Bid to Block Rosebank
Up to 75 Labour MPs could back a revolt as ministers weigh whether to approve new drilling at Rosebank.
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The Independent (US)Burnham ‘faces rebellion’ from MPs on Rosebank
The prime minister also reportedly faces the prospect of government resignations
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Andy Burnham faces his biggest Labour rebellion as 75 MPs oppose Rosebank oilfield
Andy Burnham is facing a major backbench rebellion as 75 Labour MPs have opposed the Rosebank oilfield development. A letter, signed by backbench MPs, has warned the UK’s credibility as a global climate leader would be destroyed if the project were approved. Rosebank, about 80 miles northwest of Shetland, is said to contain 300 million barrels of oil, with some suggesting it could create 1,600 jobs.However, the burning of fossil fuels from the s…
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The Rosebank oil field is at the center of the controversy. At least 100 Labor MPs are expected to face their prime minister.
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Total News Sources7
Leaning Left3Leaning Right1Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution60% Left
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources lean Left
60% Left
L 60%
C 20%
R 20%
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