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UK government approves production at Jackdaw gas field

The government says the field could raise domestic gas production by around 6% at peak and add an estimated £2.9 billion to the UK economy.

Original report: Oct 21, 2026

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  • HM Treasury says gas supply from Jackdaw is expected to begin by the end of this month and continue for up to 11 years.
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The government presents the project as a way to support gas supply, energy security and jobs.

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Gas production is expected to begin by the end of this month, according to HM Treasury.

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  3. HM Treasury says gas supply from Jackdaw is expected to begin by the end of this month and continue for up to 11 years.

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