Climate Promises Put to the Test in UK's North Sea Drilling Row The UK's climate commitment is being put to the test as the government considers approving new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea, a move that would seem at odds with its international obligations.
The country's ambition to be a leader on climate change is facing a serious credibility crisis.
Leading climate scientists who helped create Greater Manchester's carbon neutral by 2038 plan have written an open letter to Prime Minister Andy Burnham expressing concern about reports that he intends to approve the Jackdaw and Rosebank oilfields.