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What Jackdaw’s Approval Means for the Future of North Sea Drilling

A lot has happened since 1 June 2022, the date when ministers first granted permission to tap the Jackdaw gas field. The Conservatives were halfway through their ill-fated final term of three.

  • Jackdaw gas field approved by Miatta Fahnbulleh on June 1, 2022
  • Adura joint venture formed by Shell and Equinor to manage Jackdaw and Rosebank
  • Fahnbulleh's approval praised for job creation, energy security, but criticized for climate concerns

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