Adele Merson

2 weeks ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Adele Merson

Oil and gas workers in Aberdeen have opened up over their job fears and uncertainty for the future. They spoke directly to Scotland’s Just Transition Commission which today warns the region is heading for an “unjust transition” away from fossil fuels. Workers reported:Fears over a jobs “cliff edge” rather than a managed transition. Feeling a “profound sense of uncertainty about the future”. Belief that Scotland and the UK lack a plan for the transition.

2 weeks ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Adele Merson

More than 2,500 people – including dozens of energy workers who face losing their jobs at Harbour Energy – are demanding an end to the windfall tax in oil and gas profits. In an open letter to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer they highlight the “devastating blow” of the firm’s announcement that it intends to cut 250 jobs in Aberdeen. The oil and gas producer, which is the largest in the UK, blamed the decision on the damage caused by the UK Government’s Energy Profits Levy.

2 weeks ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Adele Merson

Thousands of households across the Highlands and islands could face problems with their heating and hot water supply unless they replace their old-style electricity meters on time. The deadline for households to replace their Radio Teleswitch (RTS) meters is fast approaching with the phase out starting from June 30. This could leave many households across the country, particularly in the rural north and islands, with unreliable heating and hot water – and incorrect bills.

2 weeks ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Adele Merson

The UK Labour government is facing calls to secure the future of a key North Sea innovation hub based in Aberdeen. The Net Zero Technology Centre was created in 2017 to support the North Sea energy industry and accelerate the transition to net zero. It formed part of the Aberdeen City Region Deal and was backed with £180 million of UK and Scottish government funding – which ends in March 2027. North-east MPs Andrew Bowie and Stephen Flynn want the Treasury to commit beyond that date.

3 weeks ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Adele Merson

The future health of the north-east economy is being put at risk by a lack of funding from politicians in Edinburgh, according to a wake-up call warning from leading figures. The direct plea – in a joint letter to the SNP Government – comes as training providers and employers grapple with a looming crisis for the future workforce unless opportunities are unlocked in new industries.