Which major companies' CEOs is UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham meeting, and what are the key topics he plans to discuss with them?

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will meet the chief executives of HSBC, Standard Chartered, BP, Shell, BT, and Vodafone. He will discuss his plans to generate economic growth, emphasize how devolution can help deliver infrastructure, and advocate for a culture shift to support innovation.

What recent decision regarding the Shell-backed Jackdaw gas field has Burnham made, and why?

Burnham is set to delay a decision on whether to bring the Shell-backed Jackdaw gas field online until after a parliamentary by-election next month.

UK PM Burnham to meet business leaders to discuss growth

Sep 13, 2026

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will meet CEOs of major firms, including oil majors BP and Shell, to discuss economic growth and infrastructure. The agenda covers the pending Jackdaw gas field decision and supports innovation in clean energy and advanced manufacturing.

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