# UK energy dilemma: North Sea gas versus rising household bills

https://mins.news/en/video/108900

- Al Jazeera English, 2026-10-21 03:23 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05MrrrLLwmI

> The UK is weighing new North Sea oil and gas development against its commitment to shift to renewable energy. Shetland residents are struggling with higher heating costs; pensioner Ian Smith says his energy bills are rising faster than his pension. Approval of fields including Jackdaw and Rosebank has intensified debate over the country’s energy future.

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