1. Introduction Once hailed as a global leader in transparency and energy governance, the United Kingdom now stands at a crossroads. A formal complaint filed by civil society groups in June 2025 has called for the UK’s suspension from the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI)—an international benchmark for good governance in oil, gas, and mineral…

1. Introduction The energy transition requires governments to decarbonise industrial systems and reduce fossil fuel dependence. In the context of that, the UK government’s recent announcement of a £500 million investment in hydrogen transport and storage infrastructure marks a significant pivot in energy policy, industry strategy, and legal foresight. This is not merely a climate-driven…

1. Introduction On 1st July 2025, the UK issued a Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC 997). These changes take effect fully from 22nd July 2025, with some already in force. This aims to restrict lower-skilled migration, raise salary thresholds, and align the Skilled Worker route with strategic economic goals. This blog breaks…

  Introduction The recent escalation between Iran and Israel not only disrupted oil prices but also revealed how geopolitical instability intersects with commercial and legal vulnerabilities in the energy sector. It is not merely a geopolitical conflict but has a deeper economic crisis with profound implications for global economies, global supply chains, and the financial…