Burnham plans to authorize new North Sea oil and gas drilling licenses

North Sea Oil and Gas Licensing·Latest event July 26, 2026

Jul 19

Burnham plans to authorize new North Sea oil and gas drilling licenses

The incoming Prime Minister is expected to reverse a manifesto pledge regarding regional licensing. Burnham plans to authorize new drilling to support domestic energy production. This policy shift could impact major projects like the Rosebank and Jackdaw fields. Donald Trump praised the reported policy change during recent remarks. He claimed the move would open up the North Sea for expanded extraction. Observers are questioning if this signals a new era for the British energy sector.

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