We will make the net-zero transition work for Britain – approving the Jackdaw gasfield is part of the plan | Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham defends the UK government's decision to approve the Jackdaw gasfield project in the North Sea. He argues that domestic gas production is necessary for energy security and economic stability during the transition to net-zero emissions.
Why it matters
The piece highlights the tension between immediate economic/energy needs and long-term climate change commitments in UK policy.
From left, Douglas Alexander, Miatta Fahnbulleh and John Healey at the St Fergus gas terminal following the announcement on the Jackdaw gasfield, Peterhead, 21 October 2026. Photograph: Paul Reid/PA From left, Douglas Alexander, Miatta Fahnbulleh and John Healey at the St Fergus gas terminal following the announcement on the Jackdaw gasfield, Peterhead, 21 October 2026. Photograph: Paul Reid/PA Opinion Gas We will make the net-zero transition work for Britain – approving the Jackdaw gasfield is part of the plan Andy Burnham Protecting jobs and strengthening energy security in the short term does not mean wavering on Labour’s deep commitment to a cleaner, greener future
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