The News Agents Sir Keir Starmer on Cameron, a Gaza ceasefire and Rwanda
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Nov 17, 2023 Keir Starmer discusses political events of the week, including Cameron restoration, Rwanda plan, Gaza situation, and division within Labour Party. Tension around Labour Party policy on fossil fuel industry and target of achieving 100% clean power by 2030. Reshuffle and David Cameron's involvement. Conflict between Israel and Gaza and repercussions within Labour Party. Labour MP suspension and tension in communities.
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Energy Sector Unified on Transition
- The energy sector shows a unified ambition to transition to cleaner energy.
- Certainty and strategic long-term partnership with government are vital to support this transition.
Long-Term View on Oil and Gas
- New oil and gas exploration licenses take decades to impact energy supply.
- Renewing past carbon capture efforts is urgent to avoid falling behind international competitors.
Speed Up Renewable Energy Projects
- Remove planning delays and regulatory misalignments to speed renewable energy projects.
- Prioritize government alignment to reduce wind farm development times from 13 to a few years.