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Scottish PM supports domestic oil drilling for energy security amid Middle East crisis.
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has softened his government's stance on domestic oil and gas drilling, citing increased energy security risks due to the Middle East crisis.
Speaking on a podcast, Swinney acknowledged that geopolitical instability has altered the balance of energy decisions, emphasizing that domestic production could be less carbon-intensive and more secure than imports.
While reaffirming his commitment to renewable energy and climate assessments, he noted that energy security is now a more pressing concern.
He did not confirm approval for projects like Rosebank and Jackdaw but stressed that domestic energy should be preferred over imported hydrocarbons amid global instability.
El primer ministro escocés apoya la perforación petrolera doméstica para la seguridad energética en medio de la crisis de Medio Oriente.