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Criticism over oil and gas industry access to UK ministers

1 report, 1 independent Updated Nov 1
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What happened

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Zack Polanski criticized the level of access given to the oil and gas industry by the Labour government. This followed an investigation revealing that five organizations—Shell, Equinor, Ithaca Energy, Adura, and Offshore Energies UK—met with UK ministers at least 200 times between July 2024 and June 2026. During Labour's first year in office, these organizations were represented at 118 recorded meetings, compared to 62 in the final 12 months of the Conservative government.

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Why it matters

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The criticism highlights the high level of ministerial access granted to the oil and gas sector. While ministers routinely meet various stakeholders, the report states there is no suggestion of wrongdoing regarding these meetings.

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Who's involved

  • Zack PolanskiCriticized the level of ministerial access for the oil and gas industry.
  • ShellOne of the five organizations that met with UK ministers.
  • EquinorOne of the five organizations that met with UK ministers.
  • AduraOne of the five organizations that met with UK ministers.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • ShellSpeculative

    Shell might face regulatory action or changes in market price due to political pressure.

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