Labour rebellion over Rosebank oilfield expected to top 100 MPs
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Key context: <p>Total of 75 have already signed letter to Burnham opposing plans as discontent also grows over Europe and welfare changes</p><p>As many as 100 Labour MPs could sign a letter opposing the giant Rosebank oilfield, as discontent among backbenchers looks likely to surge this week, with rebellions also brewing over Europe and welfare changes.</p><p>A total of 75 MPs have already signed the private letter, which is expected to be delivered in the next fortnight to Andy Burnham as part of a campaign in which Labour MPs from the party’s 2024 intake are playing a significant role.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/nov/15/rosebank-oilfield-mps-rebellion">Continue reading...</a> This development from The Guardian highlights ongoing changes in the sector.
Total of 75 have already signed letter to Burnham opposing plans as discontent also grows over Europe and welfare changesAs many as 100 Labour MPs could sign a letter opposing the giant Rosebank oilfield, as discontent among backbenchers looks likely to surge this week, with rebellions also brewing over Europe and welfare changes.A total of 75 MPs have already signed the private letter, which is expected to be delivered in the next fortnight to Andy Burnham as part of a campaign in which Labour MPs from the party’s 2024 intake are playing a significant role. Continue reading...
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