Reacting to the Government’s announcement of a consultation on the future energy potential of the North Sea, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy and Insights at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
“The North Sea has been a vital national asset for decades and will play a critical role in the UK’s future energy transition.
“The BCC is supporting the independent North Sea Transition Taskforce to examine how we can manage the switchover to guarantee the UK’s energy security and protect 200,000 jobs.
“We look forward to continuing conversations with the Government about this work. It is essential that the North Sea can attract continued investment by providing as much certainty as possible to the oil and gas sector.
“Getting this transition right is critical for so many people who work in this industry. If we deliver it at the right pace, we can ensure that the skills and capabilities of workers are successfully moved into clean energy.”
