Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 645
Offshore Industry: Licensing
Tabled: 18 July 2024
Answered: 26 July 2024
Question
Andrew Bowie
Conservative — West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he has carried out an economic impact assessment on banning new oil and gas exploration licences.
Answer
Michael ShanksThis Government will ensure a phased and responsible North Sea transition. We will manage the North Sea in a way that does not jeopardise jobs. The Government is taking action to coordinate our approach to ensure a just transition where workers are able t...
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