Reversal of ‘onerous’ IR35 laws will ‘unlock potential’ of contractors
Employment and tax experts have roundly hailed the Chancellor’s shock pledge to scrap contentious IR35 reforms.
North Sea windfall tax forecast to raise £2bn more than originally thought
Proceeds from the UK Government’s windfall tax are expected to top £7 billion this year, about £2bn more than originally thought.
Discovery of ‘significant non-compliance’ behind delay to Tolmount start-up
A detailed timeline of the events that delayed the start-up of Harbour Energy’s (LON:HBR) Tolmount gas field has been published.
Government to fast track five North Sea oil and gas fields, including Cambo and Murlach
A handful of North Sea oil and gas schemes have been included in a list of infrastructure projects the UK Government is aiming to fast track.
‘Huge victory for contractors’ as Kwarteng pledges to repeal IR35 tax rules
The Chancellor has pledged to repeal controversial changes to off-payroll working laws in a bid to boost the labour market.
Hydrogen UK says sector must ‘keep foot on gas’ to cash in on ‘multi-trillion dollar global industry’
A top hydrogen industry figure has urged the UK to “keep the foot on the gas” to accelerate the development of the sector.
North Sea firm Longboat secures rig to spud exploration well
Longboat Energy (LON: LBE) has struck a deal to secure a rig, opening the door for the spudding of a North Sea exploration well.
Oil majors and services giants in running for OEUK Awards 2022
Some of the North Sea’s biggest players have been included on the shortlist for this year’s prestigious Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) Awards.
Jersey making ‘great progress’ in finding partner for GBA redevelopment
Jersey Oil and Gas is making “great progress” in its quest to find a partner for the Greater Buchan Area (GBA) redevelopment.
Liz Truss risks Tory backlash over end to fracking ban
Liz Truss faces a political backlash after lifting England's fracking ban, with anger from Tory MPs and the threat that opposition parties will use the excuse to drum up support in key electoral battlegrounds.
Greenpeace readying lawyers to oppose new North Sea licences
Westminster has been accused by environmental groups of “abdicating all responsibility” for tackling climate change.
NSTA moving ‘at pace’ to launch offshore licensing round after climate compatibility checkpoint revealed
It has been confirmed the upcoming offshore licensing round will kick off “early next month” after ministers gave long-awaited clarity about the UK’s climate compatibility checkpoint.
Pushing for key renewables roles to be recognised as ‘skilled’ may help to ease talent crisis
Industry has to respond to Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) call for representations for additions to shortage occupation list
North Sea oil revival may hinder renewables firm’s attempts to attract workers
A shortage of skilled workers is already costing the UK dear as various industries try in vain to attract staff.
Details of oil and gas climate checkpoint – that could herald North Sea ‘resurgence’ – imminent
A new dawn for North Sea could be imminent with long-awaited details about the UK’s climate compatibility checkpoint expected shortly.
Liz Truss trying to ‘drill her way’ out of energy crisis
Prime Minister Liz Truss has been accused of “climate denial” for her plans to issue more than 100 fresh oil and gas permits.
‘New chapter’ for Wood as sale of built environment business completes for $1.9bn
Aberdeen-headquartered Wood (LON: WG) has completed the sale of its built environment consulting business to WSP Global.
Schlumberger and Aramco team up to help hard-to-abate industries
Energy services giant Schlumberger is to collaborate with Saudi Arabia’s Aramco to help hard-to-abate sectors reduce their emissions.
Divers mark funeral of Queen Elizabeth II from East Irish Sea gas field
A pair of oil and gas divers paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II from the depths of the East Irish Sea earlier this week.
Eni applies for Southern North Sea carbon storage licence
Italian energy giant Eni (NYSE: E) has applied for a carbon storage licence for the depleted Hewett field in the Southern North Sea.
North Sea oil and gas emissions down more than 20% since 2018
Fresh analysis has spotlighted the headway the North Sea oil and gas industry is making in its quest to slash operational emissions.
Dana Petroleum names new chief executive
Aberdeen-headquartered North Sea operator Dana Petroleum has named its new chief executive.
Norwegian-Scottish offshore wind partnership to support North Sea oil and gas decarbonisation
A pair of leading European offshore wind developers have unveiled plans to support North Sea oil and gas decarbonisation.
Fears PM’s pledge to review IR35 laws could be mere ‘lip service’ ahead of mini-budget
With the period of mourning for Queen Elizabeth II now finished, Westminster will resume its push to tackle the UK’s economic woes.
Why are energy bills higher in the UK than the rest of Europe? And what can be done about it?
Most of Europe has been brutally winded by the energy shortage currently plaguing the continent.