Suspend North Sea oil and gas export licences during crises
Suspend North Sea oil and gas export licences during crises
Recent signers:
Stephanie Warning and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
In times of crisis, our families shouldn't have to choose between heating and eating, or worry about keeping the lights on. Right here in the UK, we have a wealth of oil and gas resources in the North Sea, yet we're still forced to pay sky-high prices driven by global markets. It doesn't make any sense that we're exporting these resources instead of using them to ease the burden on struggling families.
Consider this: when China and other nations face economic turmoil, they implement export bans to secure their local needs, ensuring their citizens receive more affordable energy prices. They understand that during tough times, the priority should be the well-being of their own people. It's high time for the UK government to adopt a similar approach and protect its citizens from constantly fluctuating global energy prices.
Global energy prices are volatile and often unpredictable. During crises like international conflicts or pandemics, these prices can soar, leaving everyday people to make unfair sacrifices. By suspending North Sea oil and gas export licences in such times, the UK could insulate itself from this volatility, ensuring our energy prices remain stable and within reach for all.
Current data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that energy costs in the UK have risen by over 30% in the past year alone, and this trend seems relentless. Meanwhile, the Energy Information Administration reports that the UK exported billions of cubic meters of gas in recent years. Why should we struggle at home while fuelling the needs of others abroad?
Let's ask our government to prioritise their citizens by suspending North Sea export licences when international crises exacerbate domestic energy costs. This isn't just an economic decision; this is about social justice and doing right by the hardworking families of the UK.
Sign this petition to demand that the UK government takes immediate action to protect its citizens from the injustices of a global market. Our resources should first and foremost benefit the people who call this country home. Stand with us to ensure energy security in times of crisis.
Consider this: when China and other nations face economic turmoil, they implement export bans to secure their local needs, ensuring their citizens receive more affordable energy prices. They understand that during tough times, the priority should be the well-being of their own people. It's high time for the UK government to adopt a similar approach and protect its citizens from constantly fluctuating global energy prices.
Global energy prices are volatile and often unpredictable. During crises like international conflicts or pandemics, these prices can soar, leaving everyday people to make unfair sacrifices. By suspending North Sea oil and gas export licences in such times, the UK could insulate itself from this volatility, ensuring our energy prices remain stable and within reach for all.
Current data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that energy costs in the UK have risen by over 30% in the past year alone, and this trend seems relentless. Meanwhile, the Energy Information Administration reports that the UK exported billions of cubic meters of gas in recent years. Why should we struggle at home while fuelling the needs of others abroad?
Let's ask our government to prioritise their citizens by suspending North Sea export licences when international crises exacerbate domestic energy costs. This isn't just an economic decision; this is about social justice and doing right by the hardworking families of the UK.
Sign this petition to demand that the UK government takes immediate action to protect its citizens from the injustices of a global market. Our resources should first and foremost benefit the people who call this country home. Stand with us to ensure energy security in times of crisis.
stephen killeyPetition Starter
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Recent signers:
Stephanie Warning and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
In times of crisis, our families shouldn't have to choose between heating and eating, or worry about keeping the lights on. Right here in the UK, we have a wealth of oil and gas resources in the North Sea, yet we're still forced to pay sky-high prices driven by global markets. It doesn't make any sense that we're exporting these resources instead of using them to ease the burden on struggling families.
Consider this: when China and other nations face economic turmoil, they implement export bans to secure their local needs, ensuring their citizens receive more affordable energy prices. They understand that during tough times, the priority should be the well-being of their own people. It's high time for the UK government to adopt a similar approach and protect its citizens from constantly fluctuating global energy prices.
Global energy prices are volatile and often unpredictable. During crises like international conflicts or pandemics, these prices can soar, leaving everyday people to make unfair sacrifices. By suspending North Sea oil and gas export licences in such times, the UK could insulate itself from this volatility, ensuring our energy prices remain stable and within reach for all.
Current data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that energy costs in the UK have risen by over 30% in the past year alone, and this trend seems relentless. Meanwhile, the Energy Information Administration reports that the UK exported billions of cubic meters of gas in recent years. Why should we struggle at home while fuelling the needs of others abroad?
Let's ask our government to prioritise their citizens by suspending North Sea export licences when international crises exacerbate domestic energy costs. This isn't just an economic decision; this is about social justice and doing right by the hardworking families of the UK.
Sign this petition to demand that the UK government takes immediate action to protect its citizens from the injustices of a global market. Our resources should first and foremost benefit the people who call this country home. Stand with us to ensure energy security in times of crisis.
Consider this: when China and other nations face economic turmoil, they implement export bans to secure their local needs, ensuring their citizens receive more affordable energy prices. They understand that during tough times, the priority should be the well-being of their own people. It's high time for the UK government to adopt a similar approach and protect its citizens from constantly fluctuating global energy prices.
Global energy prices are volatile and often unpredictable. During crises like international conflicts or pandemics, these prices can soar, leaving everyday people to make unfair sacrifices. By suspending North Sea oil and gas export licences in such times, the UK could insulate itself from this volatility, ensuring our energy prices remain stable and within reach for all.
Current data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that energy costs in the UK have risen by over 30% in the past year alone, and this trend seems relentless. Meanwhile, the Energy Information Administration reports that the UK exported billions of cubic meters of gas in recent years. Why should we struggle at home while fuelling the needs of others abroad?
Let's ask our government to prioritise their citizens by suspending North Sea export licences when international crises exacerbate domestic energy costs. This isn't just an economic decision; this is about social justice and doing right by the hardworking families of the UK.
Sign this petition to demand that the UK government takes immediate action to protect its citizens from the injustices of a global market. Our resources should first and foremost benefit the people who call this country home. Stand with us to ensure energy security in times of crisis.
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Petition created on 4 April 2026