Why does the letter argue that North Sea oil expansion is essential for green technology, according to the author?

The author argues that oil is not merely a fuel but a necessary feedstock for maintaining green infrastructure—specifically citing wind turbines, nuclear plants, and rail systems—and that a domestic oil base would bring supply chains for green tech closer, thereby supporting reindustrialisation and energy security.

What contradiction does David Parker Holmfirth identify in Andy Burnham’s stated position on North Sea oil drilling?

David Parker Holmfirth contends that Burnham’s framing—'The question isn’t whether Britain will still be using oil and gas, the question is where does it come from'—misses the core ethical and political issue: that the real question is whether the Prime Minister aligns with planetary survival or the fossil fuel industry, and that supporting new drilling risks undermining public trust and environmental credibility.