The UK union Unite, supported by 200 local businesses in Scotland, is urging the opposition Labour party to reconsider its proposed policy to halt new fossil fuel exploration in the North Sea. The union argues that such a move should only be implemented once a plan to replace jobs is operational. Labour's energy policy has faced criticism from various quarters, including industry experts, academics, and unions, who warn of potential job losses, higher taxes, and reduced investment. The policy has also drawn sharp rebukes from oil and gas industry leaders and activists. Critics describe Labour's energy policy as a 'triple whammy' for the UK. The Scotsman has also weighed in on the debate, emphasizing the importance of a strategic approach.
π¬π§ It's Time For Labour To Make The Right Choice β«The future of UK Oil & Gas is at stake β«No Ban Without A Plan #frontpagestoday #UK @TheScotsman π¬π§ https://t.co/eoXZqX4y6L
Labour's North Sea oil and gas policy under attack from industry and activists. Our business presenter @IanKingSky reports β¬οΈ https://t.co/n6bKzfTf3Z
Labour's North Sea oil and gas policy under attack from industry and activists. Read more β¬οΈ https://t.co/mfPpLdgvlQ
Oil and Gas Boss Hits Out at Labourβs Energy Plans https://t.co/9h1eWAJ9eM https://t.co/pBrPz7r08u
Labour's energy policy is a triple whammy for the UK: jobs lost, higher taxes and investment destroyed. Now, nearly 200 businesses have joined the chorus of industry experts, academics and even unions warning of the risks of their mad energy policy. https://t.co/oQ2PlVVLWk
#UK union Unite, backed by 200 local businesses in Scotland, is calling on the opposition Labour party to abandon a planned policy to stop new fossil fuel exploration in the North Sea "until a plan to replace jobs is operational". #OOTT https://t.co/NYZe0jDe71