Overview

• Donald Trump publicly criticized the UK's reliance on wind energy, urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer to prioritize North Sea oil and gas drilling to lower energy costs.
• The US president framed his recommendations within the context of a recently signed US-UK trade deal, which he described as beneficial to both nations.
• Labour’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and its refusal to issue new North Sea exploration licenses remain central to Starmer’s energy strategy.
• Trump’s comments have reignited domestic political tensions in the UK, with unions, opposition figures, and former leaders questioning Labour’s green energy policies.
• Ofgem announced a 7% reduction in the UK energy price cap starting in July, providing some relief to households despite ongoing debates over energy costs and policy directions.