Written questions

Offshore Industry: Finance

Commons · Question 53725 · Tabled 20 May 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 29 May 2025

Question

Asked by Martin Wrigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he is taking steps to financially support oil and gas workers during the transition away from fossil fuels.

Answer

Answered by Michael Shanks, 29 May 2025

The Government is committed to a managed just transition for the North Sea, supporting affected regions and communities as the energy system evolves. It recently consulted on ‘Building the North Sea’s Energy Future’ to unlock long-term clean energy invest...