Petition · past parliament · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Stop any new oil and gas exploration licences being issued
Closed
65 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the Government to take action to stop new licenses being granted for North Sea oil and gas exploration.
We believe issuing any new licences puts at risk the UK's climate commitments when we should be transitioning to a low-carbon economy.
We care more about having a future to live in than any short-term monetary gains that come at the expense of the environment.
We believe this is setting a bad example to children when the UK should be leading by example in the fight against climate change.
One campaign group has said that one 1.3 gigawatt windfarm would generate more than enough electricity to offset the gas that would be lost if no new licences are awarded.
We care more about having a future to live in than any short-term monetary gains that come at the expense of the environment.
We believe this is setting a bad example to children when the UK should be leading by example in the fight against climate change.
One campaign group has said that one 1.3 gigawatt windfarm would generate more than enough electricity to offset the gas that would be lost if no new licences are awarded.
Timeline
| 26 Feb 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
65
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Opened
26 Feb 2024
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.