Scotsman iconScotsmanSep 15, 2026

Burnham told to unlock 111 North Sea projects and £50bn investment with Budget pivot

UK Labour ministers have been urged to prioritise domestic production of oil and gas over imported fossil fuels in Chancellor John Healey's autumn Budget next month.

Burnham told to unlock 111 North Sea projects and £50bn investment with Budget pivot

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UK Labour ministers have been urged to prioritise domestic production of oil and gas over imported fossil fuels in Chancellor John Healey's autumn Budget next month.

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UK Labour ministers have been urged to prioritise domestic production of oil and gas over imported fossil fuels in Chancellor John Healey's autumn Budget next month.

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