Norwegian energy giant Equinor has signalled it may cease future investment in the UK if regulatory approval is not granted for new North Sea oil and gas projects, including the controversial Rosebank and Jackdaw fields. The firm claims the UK risks becoming 'uninvestable' without such development.
Despite an overhaul of skilled worker visa regulations set for July 2025, which primarily target graduate-level roles with a minimum salary of £41,700, the UK government has confirmed that certain sectors, including car washes and vape shops, will remain eligible to sponsor foreign workers. This carve-out for roles such as 'car wash attendant' and 'vapour shop manager' appears to contradict the stated aim of tightening immigration controls.
Russian forces conducted overnight missile strikes near Kyiv, resulting in three fatalities, including a child. The attacks underscore Ukraine's precarious air defence capabilities, with President Zelensky previously highlighting critical shortages of missile interceptors.
