The government is considering whether to allow new oil and gas drilling at two sites in the North Sea, a move environmental activists warn will accelerate climate chaos.
Government Dilemma on Drilling
Helen Pidd speaks to reporter Helena Horton about the government's dilemma – and what it tells us about Andy Burnham's approach to the green energy transition.
Impact on Climate Goals
Environmental activists have raised concerns that approving new drilling permits could undermine the UK's climate commitments and accelerate global warming.
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