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Britain’s next leader faces a big call on North Sea drilling. Donald Trump is watching.

Andy Burnham is expected to take office in July following Keir Starmer's resignation. He faces a critical decision on whether to expand North Sea oil and gas drilling or prioritize renewables. U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized UK energy policy and called for increased production.

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The UK is transitioning to a new leader under Andy Burnham who must resolve a conflict between energy security and climate goals.

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  1. Andy Burnham Faces North Sea Drilling Decision Amid Trump Pressure

    Andy Burnham is expected to take office in July following Keir Starmer's resignation. He faces a critical decision on whether to expand North Sea oil and gas drilling or prioritize renewables. U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized UK energy policy and called for increased production.

    What's confirmed:

    • Andy Burnham is likely to become the next prime minister in July if he remains unchallenged by Labour colleagues.
    • Donald Trump has called for the UK to expand North Sea oil production.
    • The UK energy security debate has been revived by energy shocks.
    • Keir Starmer has resigned.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Some MPs expect a Burnham government to approve a controversial North Sea gas field.
    • The Rosebank development would produce an estimated 250m tonnes of CO2.
    • Labour MPs have been warned that a fundamental reset of energy policy is needed to harness the North Sea.
    • Unions and Polanski have warned Andy Burnham against backsliding on climate action.
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