United Kingdom: Oil, Gas & Electricity

The UK government's new Energy Independence Bill promises to reshape the nation's energy landscape, but what will it actually deliver? With only cryptic references in the King's Speech and Labour Manifesto to guide us, the Bill's true scope remains uncertain—though it likely addresses planning acceleration for renewables, regulatory simplification, North Sea licensing clarity, and consumer protections.

The European Commission has unveiled a comprehensive package of measures designed to simplify the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), promising to slash annual compliance costs by approximately 75% while...

On 23 April 2026, the Council adopted the 20th package of EU restrictive measures against Russia, encompassing 120 new designations, 37 individuals and 83 entities...

The opening months of 2026 have brought unprecedented disruption to global markets, from Middle East conflict closing the Strait of Hormuz to Supreme Court challenges on US tariffs and an explosive acceleration in AI investment.

Before the development of modern weather forecasting, the average farmer, sailor, or event-planner had to get creative with weather predictions. Some methods were entirely superstitious...

What began as a regional military action is now a broader test of global supply chain resilience. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most critical trade chokepoints, but the current disruption shows how quickly a Gulf conflict can expand beyond energy markets.

The UK Government has unveiled a sweeping new Advanced Nuclear Framework, marking one of the most significant shifts in national energy policy in decades.

As part of its commitment to decarbonising aviation and positioning the UK as a clean‑energy leader, the UK Department for Transport (DfT) has launched a consultation on the implementation...

A High Court claim by over 100 Filipino nationals against Shell may be the first to attempt to hold English-domiciled entities liable for climate-related harm suffered overseas.