Jackdaw gasfield set to be approved by ministers this month, sources say

Energy secretary could recommend new North Sea drilling next week, as ministers also consider approval for Rosebank oilfieldUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesMinisters are poised to approve a controversial new gasfield in the North Sea this month, according to government sources, and are considering approving a major oilfield later this year.Miatta Fahnbulleh, the energy secretary, will give her recommendation to approve the Jackdaw field off the coast of Aberdeen as soon as next week, according to people close to the decision, and the formal approval could follow a week after. Continue reading...