Unions Lobby Labour for Fair Transition to Clean Energy
Monday, 20 May 2024, 16:08
Transition to Cleaner Energy: Unions Lobby for Worker Rights
Unions like GMB and Unite are pushing Labour for a 'just transition' to cleaner energy sources, ensuring the protection of jobs in the oil and gas sector. The ban on North Sea licenses has sparked concerns over the fate of workers dependent on these industries.
Looming Economic Challenges
Labour and union groups are at odds over how to navigate the shift from fossil fuels without causing severe economic disruptions. The demand for a smooth, well-planned transition is more pressing than ever.
Union Pressure on Labour
- GMB and Unite demand clarity on the fate of tens of thousands of oil and gas workers amid the energy transition.
- The urgency for answers regarding job security reflects fears of deep economic impacts from the switch to cleaner energy sources.
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