Will Burnham bow to Labour rebels over Rosebank? PM sees ‘up to 100’ of his own MPs mobilise to oppose North Sea oilfield

Labour MPs are pressing Prime Minister Andy Burnham to reject plans for drilling at Rosebank, the largest untapped oilfield in the North Sea. The dispute could become the first major rebellion of his premiership, testing how the Government balances energy security and jobs against climate commitments.

According to the article, 75 Labour MPs have privately signed a letter opposing approval, with campaigners hoping the number could reach 100. A parliamentary private secretary is considering resigning if the field is approved. Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh says she alone will decide through a quasi-judicial process; the decision remains pending after the Government approved the Jackdaw gas field.