The Government’s North Sea consultation is right to recognise the role of unions in delivering a just transition

The Government has announced a consultation into the North Sea and how we ensure a just transition for workers as we move to a Net Zero economy.

The aim of the consultation is to help realise the potential of renewable energy industry in the North Sea and protect existing jobs.

Sue Ferns, Senior Deputy General Secretary of Prospect, said:

“As the UK moves away from oil and gas production as part of the commitment to meet Net Zero, it is critical that the creation of new good, unionised jobs in clean energy is at the heart of the government’s agenda.

“This consultation is right to recognise this role of jobs, skills and communities in achieving a meaningful just transition, and we welcome the government’s commitment to work with trade unions and industry to make this a reality.

“Delivering meaningful numbers of new jobs will also require bringing supply chains for the renewables sector on shore, something that will need the government’s industrial strategy to run in lock step with this plan.”