New push on North Sea oil licences as Rishi Sunak opens fresh front in net zero battle

The Independent says Rishi Sunak will push forward the expansion of North Sea oil and gas exploration in the King’s Speech – as he widens the divide with Labour over environmental policies.

The prime minister will declare the drive will help the UK meet its green targets “without adding undue burdens on households”.

Ministers will legislate to ensure new licences can be awarded every year, despite pledges to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/north-sea-oil-sunak-king-speech-b2442054.html