Politics · 21 July 2026

Trump praises PM Burnham over North Sea oil drilling reports

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US President Donald Trump has praised new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, following reports he plans to increase North Sea oil and gas drilling. Trump claimed people in Aberdeen are "dancing in the streets" over expanded oil extraction. Labour's deputy leader, Lucy Powell, stated the party will stick to its manifesto pledge against new exploration licences.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 July 2026 at 9:52

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