15 h. ago Labour to scrap windfall tax on oil firms to help 'unleash North Sea's clean energy future'

The UK Government has confirmed the levy on oil megaprofits will end in 2030.

Economics

16 h. ago Government announces plans to axe oil and gas windfall tax in 2030

Ministers will consult with North Sea businesses, trade unions, workers, green groups and communities over plans for the energy sector’s future.

Politics

16 h. ago Windfall tax on oil and gas companies to end in 2030, UK Government confirms

Ministers will consult on a replacement regime

Politics

20 h. ago UK proposes North Sea tax plan to peg payments to oil and gas prices

Consultation will explore mechanism that would replace controversial ‘windfall tax’ after 2030

Economics

55 h. ago Bridget Phillipson faces pressure to scrap VAT raid on private school fees as Labour MP calls for U

Dr Rupa Huq (pictured), the Labour MP for Ealing Central and Acton, said putting 20 per cent VAT on independent school fees was punishing 'working people'.

Events

7 d. ago BP's radical shift from green energy to fossil fuels has stunned the market... but what does it mean for YOU? Read our ultimate guide on whether you should invest in the oil giant

The boss of BP insists investors will 'love' his radical plans to revive the struggling oil giant - but the jury remains very firmly out.

Economics

7 d. ago Carbon Futures appointed to new SPA Framework for Retrofit and Decarbonisation

Leading energy and sustainability consultancy, Carbon Futures, has been successfully appointment to a new Retrofit and Decarbonisation Framework developed by the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA).

Politics

1 week ago Under pressure British oil firm's finance boss quits after CV blunder

The chief financial officer of under pressure oilfield services firm Wood Group has resigned after admitting to providing an incorrect description of his qualifications.

Economics

2 w. ago Met police cuts will be 'substantially scaled back' says Sadiq Khan after £83m council tax windfall

Mayor’s pledge comes as seven more London boroughs announce council tax hikes from April

Economics