Andrew Bowie urges long-term support for North Sea energy production

Conservative MP Andrew Bowie argues that approval of the Jackdaw gas field is welcome for North East Scotland, British energy security and the workers and businesses supported by the North Sea industry. He says the decision should lead to a clearer, longer-term policy that backs domestic production and gives the sector confidence to invest.

Bowie criticises Labour’s refusal to issue new exploration licences and keep the Energy Profits Levy, and calls for approval of the Rosebank field. He also says the Scottish Government’s presumption against new oil and gas developments creates uncertainty. The article presents Bowie’s case for the industry; it does not include responses from the governments he criticises.