Kemi Badenoch Unveils ‘Get Britain Drilling’ as Oil Prices Soar
Kemi Badenoch unveils a new energy push as oil prices soar amid Middle East tensions. She will launch the ‘Get Britain Drilling’ campaign on Monday to boost domestic oil and gas output.
The plan
She set out a three-point framework to increase production. The proposals target regulation, taxation and financial support.
- End the moratorium on new oil and gas licences.
- Scrap the windfall tax on energy company profits.
- Offer additional financial backing for the fossil fuels sector.
Launch details
Badenoch plans to visit an oil rig off Aberdeen to open the campaign. The visit will mark the formal start of the drive.
Parliamentary exchanges
At PMQs this week, Sir Keir Starmer said the energy secretary must decide on new North Sea licences. He named Rosebank and Jackdaw as specific sites under consideration.
Badenoch struck back, blaming Labour leadership for blocking licences. She argued domestic drilling would boost energy security and tax revenues.
Critics and responses
Tessa Khan, director of Uplift, dismissed the proposals as a political stunt. She warned against relying on a declining North Sea and urged investment in renewables.
Labour figures and ministers also criticised Badenoch over foreign policy comments. Energy minister Michael Shanks accused her of reckless rhetoric and questioned her suitability for high office.
Economic and security context
Officials linked the push to higher global prices caused by Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Supporters say more domestic output could protect households and businesses from volatile markets.
Opponents say new licences would not immediately lower bills. Labour says it will cut costs and expand clean, homegrown power in coming announcements.
Filmogaz.com will follow further developments and report new measures as they are revealed.
