Rosebank.
place in Gauteng, South Africa
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Miatta Fahnbulleh decides on Rosebank oilfield approval, leading to a clash with Andy Burnham over climate policy.Some support9 reports1 development inside
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The Labour Party, now leading the British government, plans to develop the Rosebank oilfield despite opposition from the Net Zero ministry.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Political figures defend fossil fuel jobs and face rebellion over oil/gas ban plans while supporting Rosebank approval.Some support1 report
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Adura owns the Jackdaw and Rosebank oil and gas fields, amid political maneuvering in Scotland.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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The Secretary is likely to approve the Rosebank oil field, while Shell participates in a joint venture and Robin Wells criticizes fossil fuel expansion.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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John Swinney was pressed during First Minister's Questions regarding his backing of the Rosebank oil development.Some support1 report
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LabourList revealed internal division among members regarding the future development of the Rosebank oil field.Some support1 report
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The Green Party criticized Andy Burnham's budget for assuming the Rosebank oil field development will proceed.Some support1 report
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The Jackdaw and Rosebank fields are facing a critical decision point regarding their future, coinciding with a broader debate on energy policy and net zero targets.Well supported7 reports9 developments inside
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Energy policy discussions near Aberdeen involve Stephen Gethins, Shell's Jackdaw involvement, and Miatta Fahnbulleh commenting on the gas field decision.Some support4 reports
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Ithaca Energy exploits the Rosebank resource base for production.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Nicola Sturgeon opposes the opening of the Rosebank oil field as Andy Burnham's government considers the drilling plan.Well supported8 reports
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Operational issues arise at the Rosebank project, including equipment loss in the Atlantic, while Andy Burnham considers licensing approvals, and Shell operates through the Adura joint venture.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Union leader Andrea Egan demands Labour reject Rosebank drilling, while Kemi Badenoch calls for approval of North Sea drilling.Some support1 report
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Burnham supports fast-tracking drilling licenses and prioritizing pragmatism over climate goals, while Miliband advocates keeping gas in the ground.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Jeremy Hunt advised John Healey on energy costs and urged approval for the Rosebank development.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Miatta Fahnbulleh is expected to decide on Rosebank, while Khan calls for climate action in London, and Burnham's past role in Greater Manchester is noted.Some support6 reports
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Andy Burnham must decide on the Rosebank drilling plan, facing opposition from figures like Brian Eno and Thom Yorke.Some support3 reports
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Starmer's government must refuse Rosebank drilling, while Andy Burnham sets a net-zero commitment in Greater Manchester, backed by climate scientists.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Amid global energy market pressures, a commission has been established to investigate the North Hyde outage, advocating for a dual approach incorporating domestic oil and gas.Some support1 report
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Jim Ratcliffe, founder of INEOS, criticized the failure to invest in the Rosebank project while discussing the matter with Sky News.Some support3 reports
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The government is scheduled to decide on the future of the Rosebank oil field.Some support2 reports
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David Whitehouse, CEO of OEUK, supports the controversial Rosebank oil and gas project, with the UK Government potentially moving toward approval.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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Cornejo advocates for domestic oil and gas while Uplift criticizes OEUK's report on the Rosebank field.Some support3 reports
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Multiple companies experienced market changes, including Entain slipping to FTSE 250 and EasyJet demoting/rejoining FTSE 100, alongside Ithaca Energy's stake in Rosebank.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Protests were held outside Parliament concerning energy policy decisions and the impact of oil fields like Rosebank.Some support2 reports
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Andy Burnham discussed Rosebank in the context of oil/gas license approvals and as an example of energy policy challenges for Greater Manchester.Some support1 report
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Catherine Fookes urges the Prime Minister to refuse new oil drilling licenses in Rosebank.Some support2 reports
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A proposal regarding the Rosebank oil field has come under scrutiny, facing criticism from political leaders and viability analysis by experts.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Burnham plans new drilling in North Sea oil fields while Miliband is likely to secure a senior cabinet role.Well supported70 reports2 developments inside
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The Rosebank and Jackdaw projects are recognized as major opportunities to strengthen the UK's domestic energy security and gas supply.Well supported7 reports
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Burnham is deciding on the Rosebank oil field amidst concerns over environmental impact and regional vulnerability.Well supported3 reports5 developments inside
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Pete Wishart argues against the controversial oil field project in Rosebank.Some support1 report
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Dale Vince supports Rosebank drilling to save money and previously urged Ed Miliband to stick to his pledges.Some support1 report
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Genevieve runs a small whisky tasting business and is the source of rare whisky casks connected to Rosebank and South Africa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Climate negotiations, Rosebank drilling license proposals, and Medicare for All proposals are reported.Some support1 report
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Bill Esterson's committee visited Aberdeen to gather evidence regarding the investment certainty for Rosebank projects.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Legal challenges regarding the Rosebank oil project are underway, with hearings held at the Court of Session in Edinburgh, involving a CEO.Some support1 report
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The oil sector, including BP and Shell, faces pressure to resume or pull out of North Sea drilling operations, prompting discussions of a combined champion.Some support1 report
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Faroese officials defend continued oil activities and invite foreign companies for exploration in the Rosebank field.Some support1 report
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Shell is a partner in the Rosebank ownership project, with the Scottish Government noting its responsibilities.Well supported4 reports4 developments inside
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Rosebank stocks are being sought after as sought-after whisky casks.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Labour MPs in Scotland are calling for new oil and gas projects, while Shell resubmits applications for the Rosebank field.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Shell operates the Victory gas field near Rosebank.Some support1 report
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A study links climate change to maturation processes while production of Highland whisky by Ian Macleod is slashed by 30% due to weak demand.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Kemi Badenoch advocates for lifting bans on oil projects related to the Rosebank field.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Rosebank
Events traced to Rosebank, step by step, newest firstAround Rosebank this week
News at the entities that move Rosebank most-
Andy Burnham StructuralThe Prime Minister's scheme is facing criticism from Claire Waxman, who warns it risks creating a 'doom-loop'.Moves Rosebank
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Miatta Fahnbulleh StructuralMiatta Fahnbulleh criticized John Healey's budget measures in a public statement.Moves Rosebank
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John Healey OperationalMultiple figures, including Healey and Milburn, addressed benefits reform, while Burnham challenged Conservative welfare cuts.Moves Rosebank
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Great Britain StructuralAn SPS agreement aims to simplify trade between the UK and EU, with discussions focusing on supply chain benefits.Moves Rosebank
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John Swinney OperationalScottish Government budget supports cultural bodies like the National Theatre of Scotland and Royal Scottish National Orchestra.Moves Rosebank
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Shell StructuralMultnomah County filed a climate change lawsuit against API, Shell, ConocoPhillips, and Exxon on November 6, 2026.Moves Rosebank
Connections
The 40 strongest of 88, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Andy Burnham Structural
Andy Burnham's political authority dictates the licensing and operational approval status of the Rosebank oil field.
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John Swinney Operational
John Swinney actively influences and is influenced by the political viability and development status of the Rosebank oil field project.
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Shell Structural
Shell is a formal partner and joint venture participant in the ownership and operation of the Rosebank oil field asset.
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Neil McCulloch Structural
Neil McCulloch serves as the CEO of the Rosebank developer.
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Miatta Fahnbulleh Structural
Miatta Fahnbulleh holds formal regulatory authority as Energy Secretary over the licensing and development decisions for the Rosebank oil field.
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John Healey Operational
John Healey actively supports and influences the licensing and development of the Rosebank oil and gas project.
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Equinor Structural
Equinor is an investor and developer in the Rosebank project, with its strategic decisions conditionally tied to the project's viability.
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Ithaca Energy Structural
Ithaca Energy holds a 20% interest in the Rosebank resource base and exploits it for production.
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Gordon Structural
Gordon owns the Rosebank oil and gas field.
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Scottish Government Structural
The Scottish Government holds formal regulatory and political responsibility for the Rosebank fossil fuel project.
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Neil McCulloch Structural
Neil McCulloch, as the oil company CEO, holds a functional role representing the interests of the Rosebank project.
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government Structural
The government entity holds regulatory and decision-making authority over the operational plans of Rosebank.
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Keir Starmer Operational
Starmer's government is required to make a final decision regarding the operational status of the Rosebank drilling project.
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Zack Polanski Operational
Zack Polanski is actively campaigning and demanding a halt to the drilling operations at the Rosebank oil field.
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Joe Fagan Operational
Joe Fagan is actively advocating for the necessary regulatory approvals and operational licenses required for the Rosebank project.
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Westminster Structural
Westminster exercises formal governance by making decisions regarding the Rosebank oil field.
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Kemi Badenoch Structural
Kemi Badenoch uses her political platform to advocate for the continued operation and approval of the Rosebank oil project.
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parliament Structural
Parliament holds formal authority over oil field licensing and operational decisions within the Rosebank area, which feeds back into government policy.
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Catherine Fookes Operational
Catherine Fookes actively opposes and scrutinizes the environmental credentials of the Rosebank oil drilling project.
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Nicola Sturgeon Operational
Nicola Sturgeon actively opposes the opening of the Rosebank oil field.
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Great Britain Structural
The government of Great Britain exercises regulatory and operational authority over the Rosebank oil project, which is currently stalled.
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Bill Esterson Operational
Bill Esterson advocates for the continued viability and investment certainty of the Rosebank oil field.
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North Sea Transition Authority Structural
The North Sea Transition Authority holds formal regulatory power over the Rosebank oil and gas field operations.
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Ian Macleod Operational
The operational entity Rosebank is currently facing production cuts of 30% due to weak market demand, indicating a current operational coupling with Ian Macleod.
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Ed Miliband Operational
Ed Miliband actively uses his political platform to criticize and advocate against the Rosebank energy project.
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Europe Operational
Rosebank extraction activities are documented to impact the climate and operational context of Europe.
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Jacob Vestergaard Operational
Jacob Vestergaard is actively involved in defending the continuation of oil activities at the Rosebank field near the maritime boundary.
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Jim Ratcliffe Operational
Jim Ratcliffe publicly criticizes the lack of investment in the Rosebank oil field.
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North East Structural
Rosebank's operations provide employment and economic support to the North East region.
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Stop Climate Chaos Scotland Operational
SCCS actively monitors and issues warnings regarding the operational development plans of Rosebank.
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Tories Operational
Tories are actively advocating for the approval and continued push for the Rosebank oil field.
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Jeremy Hunt Operational
Jeremy Hunt actively urges the approval of the Rosebank development.
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Equinor ASA Structural
Equinor's investment plans are contingent upon the acceptance or rejection of the Rosebank asset.
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Humza Yousaf Operational
Humza Yousaf publicly criticized the development approval process for the Rosebank project.
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Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Structural
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero is involved in policy decisions regarding the Rosebank oil field.
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England Shared context
Rosebank is a major energy project situated within the United Kingdom, which includes England.
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Chris Ward Mentioned together
Chris Ward expresses concern that Jackdaw approval could negatively impact Rosebank.
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Sandton Mentioned together
Sandton and Rosebank are grouped as economic hubs that drive labor and spending cycles.
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Afzal Khan Mentioned together
Afzal Khan publicly stated that the approval of the Rosebank project cannot be justified.
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Michael Shanks Operational
Michael Shanks' input and confirmation influence Rosebank's decision-making regarding environmental considerations.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
8 events- Miatta Fahnbulleh decides on Rosebank oilfield approval, leading to a clash with Andy Burnham over climate policy.
- The Labour Party, now leading the British government, plans to develop the Rosebank oilfield despite opposition from the Net Zero ministry.
- John Swinney was pressed during First Minister's Questions regarding his backing of the Rosebank oil development.
- LabourList revealed internal division among members regarding the future development of the Rosebank oil field.
- The Green Party criticized Andy Burnham's budget for assuming the Rosebank oil field development will proceed.
- Energy policy discussions near Aberdeen involve Stephen Gethins, Shell's Jackdaw involvement, and Miatta Fahnbulleh commenting on the gas field decision.
- Union leader Andrea Egan demands Labour reject Rosebank drilling, while Kemi Badenoch calls for approval of North Sea drilling.
- Jeremy Hunt advised John Healey on energy costs and urged approval for the Rosebank development.
September 2026
8 events- The Secretary is likely to approve the Rosebank oil field, while Shell participates in a joint venture and Robin Wells criticizes fossil fuel expansion.
- Amid global energy market pressures, a commission has been established to investigate the North Hyde outage, advocating for a dual approach incorporating domestic oil and gas.
- Jim Ratcliffe, founder of INEOS, criticized the failure to invest in the Rosebank project while discussing the matter with Sky News.
- The government is scheduled to decide on the future of the Rosebank oil field.
- Cornejo advocates for domestic oil and gas while Uplift criticizes OEUK's report on the Rosebank field.
- Multiple companies experienced market changes, including Entain slipping to FTSE 250 and EasyJet demoting/rejoining FTSE 100, alongside Ithaca Energy's stake in Rosebank.
- Protests were held outside Parliament concerning energy policy decisions and the impact of oil fields like Rosebank.
- Andy Burnham discussed Rosebank in the context of oil/gas license approvals and as an example of energy policy challenges for Greater Manchester.
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August 2026
15 events- The Jackdaw and Rosebank fields are facing a critical decision point regarding their future, coinciding with a broader debate on energy policy and net zero targets.
- Ithaca Energy exploits the Rosebank resource base for production.
- Nicola Sturgeon opposes the opening of the Rosebank oil field as Andy Burnham's government considers the drilling plan.
- Burnham supports fast-tracking drilling licenses and prioritizing pragmatism over climate goals, while Miliband advocates keeping gas in the ground.
- Miatta Fahnbulleh is expected to decide on Rosebank, while Khan calls for climate action in London, and Burnham's past role in Greater Manchester is noted.
- Andy Burnham must decide on the Rosebank drilling plan, facing opposition from figures like Brian Eno and Thom Yorke.
- Catherine Fookes urges the Prime Minister to refuse new oil drilling licenses in Rosebank.
- A proposal regarding the Rosebank oil field has come under scrutiny, facing criticism from political leaders and viability analysis by experts.
- The Rosebank and Jackdaw projects are recognized as major opportunities to strengthen the UK's domestic energy security and gas supply.
- Pete Wishart argues against the controversial oil field project in Rosebank.
- Dale Vince supports Rosebank drilling to save money and previously urged Ed Miliband to stick to his pledges.
- Climate negotiations, Rosebank drilling license proposals, and Medicare for All proposals are reported.
- Legal challenges regarding the Rosebank oil project are underway, with hearings held at the Court of Session in Edinburgh, involving a CEO.
- The oil sector, including BP and Shell, faces pressure to resume or pull out of North Sea drilling operations, prompting discussions of a combined champion.
- Faroese officials defend continued oil activities and invite foreign companies for exploration in the Rosebank field.
July 2026
12 events- Adura owns the Jackdaw and Rosebank oil and gas fields, amid political maneuvering in Scotland.
- Operational issues arise at the Rosebank project, including equipment loss in the Atlantic, while Andy Burnham considers licensing approvals, and Shell operates through the Adura joint venture.
- Starmer's government must refuse Rosebank drilling, while Andy Burnham sets a net-zero commitment in Greater Manchester, backed by climate scientists.
- David Whitehouse, CEO of OEUK, supports the controversial Rosebank oil and gas project, with the UK Government potentially moving toward approval.
- Burnham plans new drilling in North Sea oil fields while Miliband is likely to secure a senior cabinet role.
- Burnham is deciding on the Rosebank oil field amidst concerns over environmental impact and regional vulnerability.
- Genevieve runs a small whisky tasting business and is the source of rare whisky casks connected to Rosebank and South Africa.
- Bill Esterson's committee visited Aberdeen to gather evidence regarding the investment certainty for Rosebank projects.
- Rosebank stocks are being sought after as sought-after whisky casks.
- Labour MPs in Scotland are calling for new oil and gas projects, while Shell resubmits applications for the Rosebank field.
- Shell operates the Victory gas field near Rosebank.
- A study links climate change to maturation processes while production of Highland whisky by Ian Macleod is slashed by 30% due to weak demand.