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UK inflation jumps to 3.5% on rising motor fuels costs; UK approves Jackdaw gasfield – business live
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Petrol and diesel costs rise the most in four years; green light for controversial North Sea gasfield dismays environmental campaigners and a number of Labour MPs The approval of Jackdaw is an “important step” for the North Sea, according to Shell . The UK energy giant jointly ow
Petrol and diesel costs rise the most in four years; green light for controversial North Sea gasfield dismays environmental campaigners and a number of Labour MPs The approval of Jackdaw is an “important step” for the North Sea, according to Shell . The UK energy giant jointly owns Jackdaw operator Adura , which is headquartered in Aberdeen, together with Norway’s Equinor . This is an important step in ensuring the UK North Sea can continue to contribute to the country’s energy security and economy.
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