Question to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy:

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what plans he has to ensure that oil and gas operations in the North Sea urgently tackle their gas leaks and losses, to improve the UK's energy security, reduce their methane emissions and help to meet the UK’s commitments in the Global Methane Pledge.

Companies operating in the North Sea are required to assess methane management measures in line with regulatory approval processes. The Government is taking steps to drive down methane emissions in the North Sea, including those from leaks and losses, through commitments set out the in North Sea Transition Deal, supported by the industry Methane Action Plan commitment to a 50% reduction in methane emissions by 2030.

In addition, the Offshore Major Accident Regulator inspects offshore installations for compliance with regulations relating to the release of gases; working with companies to prevent losses, and taking enforcement action where required.