https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-k-approves-long-stalled-jackdaw-gas-drilling-project-in-the-north-seaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-k-approves-long-stalled-jackdaw-gas-drilling-project-in-the-north-seahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-k-approves-long-stalled-jackdaw-gas-drilling-project-in-the-north-sea#u158609Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:55 +0000The United Kingdom government has approved the long-stalled Jackdaw natural gas drilling project off the coast of Scotland in the North Sea. Officials and industry groups state the decision aims to boost domestic energy security and gas production, with new supplies potentially arriving this winter. The project has drawn criticism from environmental opponents due to global warming concerns. Meanwhile, industry supporters are also pressing for the approval of the Rosebank field, while local workers in Aberdeen expressed relief over employment security.Why it mattersThe decision ends months of s