Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Energy Update

31 March 2022 · Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy

Proposed by Greg Hands Con Chelsea and Fulham

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Oil and Gas Authority is being renamed to the North Sea Transition Authority.
  • The name change reflects the authority's expanded role in supporting the UK's energy transition.
  • The government plans to update the House on the progress of the North Sea Transition Deal at a later date.

Issue summary

The minister is addressing the renaming of the Oil and Gas Authority to the North Sea Transition Authority and its role in supporting the UK's energy transition.

Action requested

The government supports the name change, reflecting the authority's broader responsibilities in transitioning towards net zero emissions. The minister plans to update the House on progress implementing the North Sea Transition Deal at a later date.

Key facts

  • Oil and gas meet around 75% of the UK’s energy demand.
  • The North Sea Transition Authority supports reducing industry emissions and ensuring energy security.
  • Since 2010, the oil and gas sector has paid over £30 billion in tax.
  • The sector supports approximately 118,000 jobs across the UK.
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