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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Audrey Liza M. Nolasco

Andy Burnham Faces Revolt From Climate Scientists Over Reports He May Approve New North Sea Oil

Climate scientists challenge Andy Burnham over reports that he could approve new North Sea oil drilling. (Credit: Ulrich Latzenhofer/WIKIMEDIA COMMONS)

Climate scientists whose research helped shape Greater Manchester's carbon reduction strategy have urged Mayor Andy Burnham to publicly oppose the reported approval of the Rosebank and Jackdaw North Sea oil and gas developments.

In an open letter addressed to the Prime Minister, academics from the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research at the University of Manchester said they were concerned by reports that the UK Government could approve further development of the two projects.

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