Andrew Bowie
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Opposition ratchets up pressure on government to support Rosebank ahead of Budget
The Government approved the Jackdaw gas field but has not yet ruled on the larger Rosebank oil project
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Scottish Greens reject motion to drop long-standing opposition to nuclear energy
The Scottish Greens have overwhelmingly voted against a motion to drop their long-standing opposition to nuclear power and adopt a “more nuanced” position.
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Ofgem and National Gas plan: Unable to meet demand or a ‘very rare’ potential issue?
We’ve fact-checked concerns over gas supply capacity and demand
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Why it could take longer to switch on your Smart TV
Government seeks to cap the power that smart devices, such as TVs, robot vaccum cleaners and air fryers, can use in standby mode
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Fact check: Ofgem and National Gas plan will prevent tight supplies this winter
A new consultation aims to ensure that a ‘very rare’ potential problem with gas supply does not come to pass.
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Jackdaw gas field approval will strengthen UK energy security, Burnham says
The gas field, 150 miles east of Aberdeen in Scotland, had been approved after years of uncertainty and a court case.
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Government’s long-awaited decision on Jackdaw gas field to be announced
The decision on the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen will be announced following months of speculation about its future.
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Government to announce long-awaited decision on Jackdaw gas field
The Jackdaw gas field is likely to be approved by ministers following months of speculation about its future.
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SNP delegates back domestic energy production as ministers urged to finalise strategy
SNP conference backs domestic energy production as Stephen Gethins urges the Scottish Government to finalise its oil and gas strategy amid North Sea debate.
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Staff at Britain’s grid operator did not cover up blackout risks, probe finds
The National Energy System Operator was being investigated over allegations raised by whistleblowers.
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Scottish Greens co-leader says 'realisation' of Zionism is racist
Scottish Greens co-leader Gillian Mackay hesitates on whether Zionism is racist, citing Gaza, the West Bank and Palestinian self-determination at SNP conference.
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Andy Burnham invited to SNP conference in Scotland amid independence row
The SNP has invited Prime Minister Andy Burnham to its Aberdeen conference as the party presses him on Scotland’s constitutional future.
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UK politics live: Tories accuse Burnham of being ‘dangerous and divisive’ after he confirms Russian interference in Brexit campaign
Shadow minister says referendum was a ‘legitimate vote’ and PM is seeking to ‘reopen debate’ with statement on Russia’s involvement
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‘Bring it on’, Bowie tells Scottish Government over nuclear power
The Scottish Government under the SNP has used devolved planning laws to block nuclear power developments.
