Union urges Chancellor to cut oil and gas windfall tax
GMB Scotland calls on Rachel Reeves to ease the windfall tax, warning it risks jobs and investment. The union demands a measured transition to net zero. Read the full story.
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How to Find the Best Bottle of Olive Oil
Discover how to choose the highest quality olive oil. Experts explain what to look for, from certifications to taste profiles, to ensure you're buying the best.
North Sea Oil Crisis: Thousands Face Job Axe
Exclusive investigation reveals how sweeping new medical assessments could decimate Britain's offshore workforce, threatening energy security and livelihoods across Scotland's oil heartlands.
Drone Attack Hits Bulgaria's Burgas Oil Refinery
A major drone strike has targeted Bulgaria's largest oil refinery in Burgas, causing significant damage and raising fears of escalating Russian aggression in Eastern Europe. The sophisticated attack has prompted urgent NATO security reviews.
Bulgaria seizes Russian refinery, Poland seeks US gas role
In a major escalation of economic pressure on Moscow, Bulgaria moves to confiscate a crucial Russian-owned oil refinery while Poland seeks to become Europe's primary conduit for American liquefied natural gas, reshaping the continent's energy security lan
Scotland's energy policies risk UK crisis, warns Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch issues urgent warning that Scotland's anti-fossil fuel policies threaten UK energy security and could trigger economic crisis as North Sea production declines.
Octopus Energy Cuts Gas & Electricity Prices From July
Millions of British households are set for welcome relief as Octopus Energy slashes gas and electricity prices from July 1st, 2024, offering one of the market's most competitive rates.
Energy giants unite to prevent mass job losses
In a dramatic political intervention, renewable energy leaders have united with traditional oil and gas companies to demand urgent government action, warning that Britain faces devastating employment consequences without immediate policy support.
BP Profits Plunge Despite Major Asset Sales
Energy giant BP reports significant profit decline despite major asset disposals, highlighting ongoing challenges in the traditional energy sector as transition pressures mount.
Shell abandons climate target after $28bn profits
Energy giant Shell has dramatically scaled back its carbon reduction ambitions while reporting staggering $28bn profits, sparking outrage from climate campaigners.
Saudi Aramco halts UAE fuel supplies in OPEC+ dispute
Saudi Arabia's state oil giant Aramco has suspended fuel supplies to the United Arab Emirates amid tensions over OPEC+ production agreements, signalling a deepening rift between the Gulf allies.
Labour's humiliating U-turn on North Sea windfall tax
In a dramatic policy reversal, Labour's energy team abandons controversial windfall tax proposals to secure vital North Sea investment and protect British jobs.
Shell profits hit £34bn as production soars
Energy giant Shell reports staggering profits exceeding $43 billion, driven by unprecedented production highs in Brazil's offshore fields and Gulf of Mexico operations, sparking renewed debate about windfall taxes.
British Gas £1,700 winter energy bill support
British Gas announces £1,700 financial support package for vulnerable households struggling with energy bills this winter. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
Sydney hospital gas attack leaves man dead
A man has died and multiple patients were evacuated after a woman allegedly tampered with gas lines at two major Sydney hospitals, causing chaos and emergency lockdowns.
Family flees home over dangerous gas line installation
Exclusive investigation reveals how Vanessa Joy Moulton and her young family were forced to abandon their dream home after discovering dangerous gas line installations, exposing critical safety failures in UK housing.
Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell
Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.
Sydney's Lord Mayor declares war on natural gas
Sydney's long-standing Lord Mayor Clover Moore launches unprecedented push to eliminate natural gas from city buildings, sparking debate about Australia's energy future and urban sustainability.
Sydney hospital gas sabotage: Woman arrested
A 41-year-old woman has been charged after allegedly tampering with gas supplies serving multiple Sydney hospitals, raising serious concerns about healthcare infrastructure security.
Petrofac wins major Shell North Sea contract
Energy services giant Petrofac lands significant Shell contract for North Sea assets, safeguarding Scottish jobs and reinforcing Aberdeen's energy hub status amid industry transformation.
Petrofac wins Shell North Sea contract extension
Energy services giant Petrofac secures significant contract extension with Shell for North Sea assets, safeguarding Aberdeen jobs and reinforcing UK energy sector stability.
Petrofac administration crisis threatens North Sea operations
Energy services heavyweight Petrofac teeters on administration edge as restructuring talks intensify, threatening thousands of UK jobs and North Sea operations.
Petrofac collapse puts North Sea jobs at risk
UK oil services company Petrofac enters administration, threatening thousands of North Sea jobs and sending shockwaves through Britain's energy sector amid ongoing financial struggles.
Trump Sanctions Hit Russian Oil & Gas Markets
New US sanctions targeting Russia's oil and gas sector under President Trump are creating shockwaves through global energy markets, with analysts warning of potential price surges and supply chain disruptions.
Zelenskyy urges US to close Russia oil sanctions gaps
Ukrainian President urges US to expand sanctions targeting Russia's shadow oil fleet as Moscow continues to fund its war machine through energy exports.
Nutritionist's Cooking Oil Ranking: Healthiest Choices Revealed
Discover which cooking oils deserve prime spot in your kitchen and which should be banished forever. Expert nutritionist reveals surprising winners and shocking health risks of common choices.
Trump admin races to open Alaska's Arctic Refuge for drilling
In a controversial last-minute push, the Trump administration is accelerating oil and gas leasing in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, sparking environmental outrage and legal challenges.
UK Energy Policy Failures Exposed: Mass Job Losses Feared
A bombshell parliamentary investigation exposes how current oil and gas policies are crippling Britain's energy sector, threatening mass unemployment and undermining energy security.
US imposes major sanctions on Russian oil sector
The Biden administration imposes unprecedented sanctions targeting Russia's oil sector, hitting key shipping companies and vessels in bold move to curb Moscow's war funding.
Oil prices surge after Trump sanctions Russian producers
Global oil markets in turmoil as former President Trump imposes sweeping sanctions on Russian energy giants Rosneft and Lukoil, triggering immediate price spikes and supply concerns.
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