Sturgeon humiliated: Shell ‘will restart Cambo oilfield’ project to counter energy crisis

Speaking to Express.co.uk, she said:  “Yes, I think this [Energy Security Strategy] will restart the Cambo project.  

“Shell pulled out of it last year for economic rather than political or climate reasons and now that the price of oil has risen, as well as overt government support for more offshore development, I’m pretty sure they’ll re-engage with the project and that it will go ahead.  

“The strategy isn’t about getting Cambo off the ground, it’s about ensuring that even more offshore oil and gas is developed beyond that.”

This will come as a blow to Ms Sturgeon, as she has continued her opposition to the oilfield, arguing that renewable energy is the key to reducing the continent’s reliance on Russian gas. 

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