Andy Burnham is anticipated to disclose his decision regarding the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields shortly. Public opinion leans towards supporting the fields. Ten trade unions have advocated for the rejection of drilling at Rosebank. Blocking Jackdaw and Rosebank might result in a £11bn financial burden for Britain. The oil watchdog is grappling with a conflict of interest due to directors' holdings in Shell and BP.