37 h. ago Scotland’s energy industry facing ‘existential threat’, Swinney warns PM

The First Minister met with the Prime Minister ahead of a summit of the British-Irish Council in Wales.

Events

3 d. ago The North Sea: Along the Edge of Britain by Alistair Moffat review: 'wonderfully descriptive'

Alistair Moffat uses this history of Britain’s 800-mile east coast to argue that “the North Sea made us who we are”, writes David Robinson

Politics

4 d. ago Whatever happens to Rachel Reeves, this was a bad Budget for Scotland

From the lack of help for North Sea oil and gas and Scotch whisky to a new charge on electric vehicles, the Budget saw measures that will hit Scotland hard

Politics

4 d. ago Government drafts in new violence against women and girls adviser amid fears it will miss its target

Exclusive: Labour MP Jess Asato has been drafted in to lead a major overhaul of the NHS’ response to violence against women and girls - just days after Refuge branded the chancellor’s Budget a ‘profound disappointment’ to survivors

Events

5 d. ago After disappointing Budget, here's what North Sea oil industry needs from Labour

The North Sea has powered this country for decades and can underpin the next chapter of our energy transition too – if governments make the right decisions

Politics

5 d. ago After disappointing Budget, here's what North Sea energy industry needs from Labour

The North Sea has powered this country for decades and can underpin the next chapter of our energy transition too – if governments make the right decisions

Politics

5 d. ago Harbour Energy slashes ANOTHER 100 jobs as windfall tax bites

Oil and gas firm Harbour Energy is cutting another 100 North Sea jobs in the North Sea after the Chancellor refused to axe the windfall tax in the Budget.

Politics

5 d. ago Harbour Energy to axe 100 offshore jobs amid windfall tax pressure

Harbour said it has come under pressure from lower commodity prices and an ‘uncompetitive tax regime’.

Events

5 d. ago North Sea job cuts: Oil and gas firm Harbour Energy to axe around 100 offshore jobs

100 offshore jobs out of around 700 are at risk amid pressure from UK windfall taxes.

Society

7 d. ago Beautiful journey to 'Welsh Riviera' village where rich celebrities mingle with tourists

If you haven't been to this North Wales haven by the sea then you certainly need to, it's wonderful - and the trip to get there isn't half bad either

Politics

7 d. ago The truth about oil and gas industry's windfall tax complaints – and why Labour still needs to help it

Labour has conceded some ground but needs to send a much clearer signal that the North Sea is open for business

Society

8 d. ago Shell fined after major hydrocarbon release on rig linked to corroded pipework

The Health and Safety Executive said 176 staff working on the platform were put at risk from an explosion if the escaping hydrocarbon gas had ignited.

Economics

8 d. ago Ocean conservation charity loses High Court bid over oil and gas licences

Oceana UK brought legal action against the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and the North Sea Transition Authority.

Events

9 d. ago Vote in our Independent Money poll: Which Budget announcement are you most disappointed in?

Each week, we invite readers to share their views on the financial stories making headlines – and impacting your bank balance

Politics

9 d. ago Hamilton trainee engineer wins energy efficiency industry award

Ciaran Devaney of Procast in Hamilton took the prestigious title at the UK-wide ceremony in Birmingham

Events

9 d. ago Britain could face severe gas shortages as North Sea production falls amid Labour's energy policies

The National Energy System Operator (Neso) said gas will remain critical for energy security into the next decade and warned of potential shortfalls on the coldest days.

Events

9 d. ago Keeping windfall tax is right thing to do, says Reeves amid concerns over jobs

The Chancellor responded to criticism from the sector and the Scottish Government following her decision to maintain the energy profits levy.

Politics

9 d. ago 'This is a call to arms to ensure North Sea remains an energy powerhouse long into the future'

Budget marks a moment in history for a cornerstone of the UK economy, writes Energy Minister

Politics

1 week ago Autumn Budget 2025 recap: OBR boss apologises and promises probe after 'deeply disappointing' technical error saw Budget leaked early 

Follow the Daily Mail's recap as Rachel Reeves delivered her budget after the OBR apologised for 'deeply disappointing' error over Budget leak.

Economics

1 week ago North Sea jobs lost 'within days' as UK Budget ignores economically ruinous oil and gas policy

If you haven’t read the thousands of pages that accompanied today’s Budget, I’ll save you the trouble.

Economics