The UK government is expected to approve the Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea off the coast of Aberdeen in the coming weeks, according to multiple reports citing sources. The BBC says the go-ahead is expected to be granted in weeks, while other outlets report the decision could be taken later this month.
All accounts point to a staged process in which the energy secretary makes a recommendation first, followed by formal approval shortly after. The Guardian reports that Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh will recommend approval as soon as next week, with the official green light coming about a week later. The Scotsman and Yahoo also describe the field as likely to receive approval later this month, but provide fewer details on timing and procedure.
Some reporting also links the decision to a broader set of North Sea approvals. The Guardian says ministers are likely to approve a major oilfield later in the year, mentioning the Rosebank oilfield, though other sources focus mainly on Jackdaw’s expected approval timeline.
