Burnham to Announce Plans for New North Sea Oil and Gas Drilling Andy Burnham's decision to announce plans for new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea, set to be revealed on Monday, marks a significant departure from Labour's manifesto commitments.
The move has sparked both approval and criticism within his own party, highlighting ongoing divisions over energy policy. The controversy surrounding the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields is not new.
Regulators approved these projects in 2022 and 2023 under the Conservative government but were later overturned in 2025 following a legal challenge.