Energy Minister: 'We will never license oil and gas development in the UK that isn't compatible with net zero'

James Murray
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Credit: Simon Dawson / Downing Street

Graham Stuart insists new oil and gas licenses are compatible with UK climate goals, as he argues UK can continue to attract green investment without engaging in 'subsidy race'

Energy Security and Net Zero Minister Graham Stuart has today defended the government's net zero strategy, insisting the UK is leading the world with its decarbonisation efforts and can deliver on its...

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