Ocean Rising

Ocean Rising

I understand why people want more North Sea gas. I’m angry we still need it.

Today the UK has approved the Jackdaw gas field. A few years ago, I’d have been furious. This morning, with a young child and another expensive winter approaching, my reaction was rather different.

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Luke McMillan
Oct 21, 2026
The Jackdaw field will be connected to the Shearwater hub. Credit: Photographic Services, Shell International Ltd

Finlay slept through the night last night, which hasn’t happened for a while. I woke up this morning feeling a bit more human than usual. It was still dark when I went downstairs to make myself a coffee. I had a bit of time before work, so I …

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