DESNZ: spending over £500, January 2026

Rough consent granted

The UK North Sea Transition Authority granted production and storage consent to Centrica Offshore UK Ltd for the Rough gas storage facility in the Southern North Sea until 30 April 2027, enabling continued operations to support UK energy security.

NSTA welcomes three new non-executive directors

The UK North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) announces the appointment of three new non-executive directors—Ian Chisholm, Mitch Flegg, and Rebecca Wiles—bringing senior experience in oil, gas, and offshore energy sectors to strengthen board governance.

NSTA hiring a new CFO and Director of Corporate Functions

The UK North Sea Transition Authority is recruiting a Chief Financial Officer and Director of Corporate Functions to lead financial strategy and corporate operations as the government expands NSTA's regulatory oversight of oil, gas, carbon storage, and hydrogen sectors.

Government energy and carbon storage expert recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

Carbon Storage Operational Guidance