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The offshore energy industry urges the UK government to accelerate North Sea oil and gas production amidst global tensions and rising prices. However, the Labour government, citing its recent exploration license ban, argues that domestic drilling wont significantly impact energy security or household bills. Industry leaders counter that oil and gas still meet 75% of the UKs energy needs and propose a review of the license ban and a new tax system to stimulate investments. Meanwhile, Conservatives plan to debate scrapping the tax and ban, and approving blocked Scottish fields, despite criticism from environmental groups. This debate highlights the challenge of balancing short-term energy security with long-term green goals.
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