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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 dec
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces critical decisions on North Sea oil drilling and energy policy, including BP's planned exit. The government considers windfall taxes on energy firms while balancin
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is exploring amendments to insolvency laws to facilitate public control of utilities like Thames Water and energy firms, aiming to address debt and service failures desp
UK inflation climbed to 2.9% driven by rising energy bills, challenging Prime Minister Andy Burnham's cost-of-living strategy. Meanwhile, food manufacturers warn that supply chain disruptions and drou
Letters to the editor argue North Sea oil expansion is vital for green tech supply chains and steel production, challenging Andy Burnham's stance on fossil fuels and reindustrialisation efforts.
BP Plc plans to sell its UK North Sea business worth $2 billion, marking a critical moment for the country's oil and gas industry. New Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces pressure to balance fossil fuel
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham signaled potential approval for new North Sea oil and gas drilling, citing pragmatic economic needs amid global energy tensions. Officials are considering expansions at
Over 100 organizations, including Tesco and Danone, urged new UK PM Andy Burnham to prioritize food security via a new bill, citing forecasts of 50% price hikes and systemic fragility.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham asserts economic control over the Treasury, impacting North Sea Oil and utility policies, while appointing John Healey as chancellor to stabilize markets amid fiscal con
Ecotricity founder Dale Vince discusses UK energy challenges under new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, critiquing net-zero subsidies and proposing market reforms to lower bills. He advocates breaking gas
UK inflation dropped to 2.6% in June, driven by lower fuel and food prices. Raw material costs decreased due to lower crude oil prices, while the government announced VAT cuts on electricity bills.
Wholesale energy prices surged nearly 40% amid Middle East tensions, overshadowing UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's VAT cut on electricity bills. EDF forecasts annual household bills will rise by £97
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to remove VAT from domestic electricity bills starting October 1, reducing average annual costs by £45. The move addresses cost-of-living pressures amidst rising w
The UK Chemical Industries Association welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s pledge to reindustrialize Britain through state intervention. The sector supports the initiative following significant cap
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham outlines an industrial strategy prioritizing sovereign manufacturing in critical sectors like steel, energy, and food. The plan aims to rebalance regional power and addr
UK Labour leader Andy Burnham plans to cancel the digital ID scheme and redirect funds to cost-of-living support. His administration also intends to approve new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea a
Energy stocks rose on higher oil prices amid Middle East tensions, while GSK halted a late-stage drug trial. Meanwhile, Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's next prime minister.
CBI chief Rain Newton-Smith warned incoming Labour leader Andy Burnham against tax speculation that could spook business. She highlighted the need to address high energy costs and avoid radical renati
Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to approve new North Sea oil and gas drilling while moving towards public control of Thames Water. The strategy targets energy security amidst geopolitica
UK oil industry lobbyists urged Labour MPs to approve new North Sea drilling projects, citing energy security and industrial competitiveness, as Prime Minister-designate Andy Burnham prepares to take
Incoming UK PM Andy Burnham faces warnings of a worsening economy and potential oil price shocks reaching $150/barrel amid Iran conflict. Rising energy and food costs complicate fiscal policy, priorit
UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle confirmed successor Andy Burnham will maintain the 10-year industrial strategy targeting life sciences and clean energy. The plan includes measures like cutting energy
Andy Burnham inherits a UK economy showing improvement as falling oil prices ease inflation concerns and reduce pressure on interest rates, though growth remains sluggish.
Labour politician Andy Burnham faces criticism for vague proposals on increasing public control over water and energy sectors, raising concerns about regulatory stability and capital market reactions
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