Labour Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he told U.S. President Donald Trump the UK “can’t ignore” North Sea oil and gas resources, according to multiple outlets. The comments follow Trump’s public description of a phone conversation between the two leaders, which Burnham has now responded to. Reporting indicates Burnham made the point during a discussion with Trump about the direction of UK energy policy and the role of North Sea supplies.
The articles also note that decisions on controversial oil and gas projects are approaching, with consultations due to end next month. Some coverage frames Burnham’s remarks as part of growing political pressure for the UK to reconsider its stance on new or expanded extraction in the North Sea. Across the reports, the focus remains on what Burnham told Trump and the timing of the consultation period, rather than on any single policy announcement.
Overall, the sources agree that Burnham references North Sea resources in relation to his call with Trump and that the government’s consultation process on oil and gas proposals is nearing its conclusion.
