General · 18 August 2026

Trump claims Andy Burnham will approve new North Sea oil drilling

Donald Trump reported a "good conversation" with Prime Minister Andy Burnham, anticipating his approval for new North Sea drilling. Mr Trump told reporters the UK has an "energy problem" which new projects would "solve", making the UK rich. Mr Burnham, however, stated that he informed President Trump he intended to adopt a "pragmatic approach" regarding drilling.

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