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<title>Record Demand for UK Oil and Gas Well Services Reported by Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 11:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s survey of the well services sector published today (23&#160; May) reveals... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes European Directive for Offshore Safety and Environment </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 13:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has welcomed the announcement that a plenary vote in the European... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on EU Commission Investigation into European Oil Prices</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 13:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK notes that... ]]></description>
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<title>Energy Secretary Addresses London Audience on Delivering a Successful Oil and Gas Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 08:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Rt Hon Edward Davey MP, secretary of state for energy and climate change, this... ]]></description>
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<title>Energy Secretary to Speak on Delivering Successful Oil and Gas Industry at London Briefing</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 10:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has secured The Rt Hon Edward Davey MP, secretary of state... ]]></description>
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<title>Society of Data Managers Survey</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 12:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Today CDA has launched a Survey to establish the level and nature of support of... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Launches Nationwide Campaign to Highlight Industry’s Contribution - a Call to Promote Awareness of the Sector </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (30 April 2013) announced the launch of a nationwide awareness... ]]></description>
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<title>New Online System Aims to Further Enhance Oil and Gas Transactions</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ &#160;This month LOGIC, a not-for-profit organisation established to improve competitiveness throughout the UK oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Winners Announced of 2013 UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The winners of the 2013 UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards, sponsored by Maersk... ]]></description>
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<title>Diverse Speaker Line-up Confirmed For Oil &#x26; Gas UK Breakfast On Industry Perception</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A combination of industry experts and outside commentators will speak about the importance of perception... ]]></description>
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<title>Chief Executive Of Wood Group To Speak At Piper 25 Conference Dinner</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Bob Keiller, chief executive of Wood Group, has been confirmed as the after-dinner speaker at... ]]></description>
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<title>Lord Cullen To Discuss Safety Challenges Facing Oil And Gas Leaders At Piper Alpha Conference</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The man who led the Public Inquiry into the Piper Alpha disaster will stress the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Government's Oil and Gas Strategy One More Step in the Right Direction, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 06:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming the publication of the UK Government's strategy to secure investment and create jobs, Malcolm... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes BP's Investment in Clair</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 06:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oonagh Werngren, Oil &amp; Gas UK's operations director, said: "We welcome the news that BP... ]]></description>
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<title>Updated Guidelines Promote Best Practice for Well Operations across Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has today (27 March) released the second edition of its guidelines... ]]></description>
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<title>Finalists Announced for UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards 2013</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2013 09:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and Step Change in Safety have announced the finalists for the... ]]></description>
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<title>Certainty on Decommissioning Tax Relief will Boost Investment and Production, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;Recent collaboration between Government and industry... ]]></description>
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<title>CDA Profiles Data Management Discipline to Enable Professional Accreditation </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Common Data Access Limited (CDA), the UK oil and gas industry&#8217;s shared data management service... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Acting to Address Skills Shortage, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK forecasts record... ]]></description>
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<title>Steady Increase in Confidence in UK Oil and Gas Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The confidence of Britain&#8217;s oil and gas industry is steadily increasing according to Oil &amp;... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK welcomes Scottish Government’s first Oil and Gas Analytical Bulletin</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the publication today of the Scottish Government&#8217;s first Oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>£27 Billion Oilfield Services Sector is Core to British Engineering and Manufacturing, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 11:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming the publication of Ernst &amp; Young's review of the &#163;27 billion UK oilfield services... ]]></description>
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<title>Statement on Cormorant Alpha incident - 2 March 2013</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 19:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK understands that the incident on the Cormorant Alpha platform operated by... ]]></description>
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<title>Don’t Miss the Extended Deadline to Enter UK Offshore Safety Awards</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety and Oil &amp; Gas UK have extended the deadline for entering... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Gives Boost to British Economy</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the introduction of tax changes designed to encourage growth in the UK oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to European Commission's Announcement on Offshore Safety Directive</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the European Commission&#8217;s announcement of agreement on an EU Directive on offshore safety, Robert... ]]></description>
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<title>High Profile International Speakers Confirmed for Piper Alpha 25th Anniversary Conference</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/819</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has announced more details of the major offshore safety conference to... ]]></description>
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<title>Hundreds of Millions of Pounds of Tax Revenues to Flow from Mariner, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/818</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming the Department of Energy and Climate Change&#8217;s (DECC) approval to develop the Mariner heavy... ]]></description>
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<title>CDA Competency Portal Pilot</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/817</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The new CDA Competency Portal Pilot is now live.&#160; Please see&#160;www.cdacompetency.com&#160;for more information. ]]></description>
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<title>STUC’s Grahame Smith to speak at UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The general secretary of the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC), Grahame Smith, will give the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes New Member to its Board</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Phil Kirk, chief executive of independent oil and gas exploration and production company Chrysaor Limited,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes EnQuest's £169 million Investment in Thistle</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK's economics and commercial director, said: "Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Boosting British Investment and Jobs, say Energy Secretary and Industry Chief</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2013 10:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An audience of MPs representing constituents the breadth of the country will tonight (23 January)... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on Cormorant Alpha Shutdown</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2013 10:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, said: &#8220;We estimate that oil usually produced... ]]></description>
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<title>New Prize Launched for UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/811</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2013 09:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Nominations are now open for the 2013 UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards. The... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Investment of Over £4 Billion to Boost Jobs and Tax Revenues, Says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 10:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming Statoil&#8217;s investment of over &#163;4 billion in the UK&#8217;s oil and gas reserves, Mike... ]]></description>
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<title>Optimism of UK Oil and Gas Sector Constrained by Rising Costs</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The business confidence index published by Oil &amp; Gas UK today (21 December) reveals a... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Acquisition of UK Assets by JX Nippon</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Noting the acquisition of a number of interests in UK oil and gas fields by... ]]></description>
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<title>New Operations Director Appointed to Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has appointed Oonagh Werngren as the new operations director. She will... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Government’s Response to Maitland Report</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Noting the publication of the Government&#8217;s response to the Maitland Review, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Dana Petroleum’s Investment Announcement</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes Dana... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Energy Secretary’s Consent for Shale Gas Exploration with New Controls</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/804</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today welcomed the consent for shale gas exploration with new controls... ]]></description>
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<title>Certainty on Decommissioning Tax Relief to have Profound Effect on UK Oil and Gas Production, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/803</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (11 December) welcomes the Treasury&#8217;s publication of details of the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil &#x26; Gas Chaplaincy to Hold 2012 Christmas Carol Service</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/802</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Oil &amp; Gas Chaplaincy will once again hold its annual Christmas carol service,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Briefing Focuses on Changing Face of the Gas Market </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/801</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 10:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s final London breakfast briefing of 2012 on 12 December, sponsored by... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to 2012 Autumn Statement</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the publication of the Autumn Statement and Gas Strategy today, Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Board meet with Eurocopter Representatives</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2012 12:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Members of Oil &amp; Gas UK's Board today (Wednesday 5 December) met with senior representatives... ]]></description>
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<title>Support for Natural Gas Makes Sense to Keep the Lights on and for the Economy, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 13:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to indications that the Government is preparing to put in place support for the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Statement: Response to the 2012 Energy Bill</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the publication today of the Energy Bill, Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s... ]]></description>
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<title>Scottish Energy Minister to Speak at Oil &#x26; Gas UK 4th December Briefing on Technology and Innovation </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/796</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Scottish Energy Minister, Fergus Ewing MSP, is to address delegates at Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s... ]]></description>
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<title>Transfer of UK Oil and Gas Assets to New Independents to Boost Investment and Production, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 12:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Briefing Focuses on Technology’s Role in Making More of the North Sea</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 11:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The challenge of improving hydrocarbon recovery from existing assets on the UK continental shelf, and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on Energy Policy Announcement</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Acknowledging today&#8217;s announcement on energy policy, Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics and commercial... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2012 11:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The annual Oil &amp; Gas UK Environmental Seminar, sponsored by Statoil, will this year focus... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Incident in Louisiana</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, chief executive of Oil &amp; Gas UK, said: &#8220;We are very sorry to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Prime Minister’s Support for the UK Oil and Gas Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 10:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, welcomed the Prime Minister&#8217;s support for the... ]]></description>
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<title>Winners of 2012 Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards Announced</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The winners of the 2012 Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards, sponsored by Shell U.K. Limited,... ]]></description>
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<title>PILOT Share Fair Helps the Oil and Gas Industry Realise Potential</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2012 12:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A record -breaking 1,500 delegates will attend the 2012 PILOT Share Fair at Aberdeen&#8217;s Exhibition... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2012 15:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has welcomed the publication of a report by the Health and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Meets to Discuss Operation Impact of Flight Suspension</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2012 17:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Helicopter Safety Steering Group Circulates Fact Sheet Following G-CHCN Ditching</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2012 09:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following meetings of the Helicopter Safety Steering Group (HSSG) in Aberdeen on 24 and 25... ]]></description>
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<title>PILOT Share Fair Provides Oil and Gas Contractors with Gateway into New Business</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Bookings for the oil and gas industry&#8217;s premier business development event, the 2012 PILOT Share... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the oil and gas exploration licences awarded by the Energy Minister today (25... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Statement: Helicopter Ditching Incident</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s health and safety policy manager, Bob Lauder said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>New Seismic DataStore Members</title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Deloitte's Q3 2012 Oil and Gas Report </title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2012 16:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, said: &#8220;Signs of a recovery in new... ]]></description>
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<title>Sir Ian Wood to Receive Oil Industry Lifetime Achievement Award </title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Oct 2012 09:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Sir Ian Wood will be presented with a special lifetime achievement award at this year&#8217;s... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Publications to Help Improve Efficiency of Decommissioning Market</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is today releasing several documents which aim to help the industry... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Another Vote for EU Directive on Offshore Safety</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the result of the clear vote by the Industry Committee... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Calls for Papers for Offshore Safety Conference, Piper 25</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Oct 2012 09:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has issued a call for papers to be presented at its... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Tax Regime Now Working to Boost Production and Growth, Says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, Mike Tholen, today (3 October) told a London audience... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Event to Showcase Step Change in Safety’s 15 Years of Improvement</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 08:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Fifteen years of continuous improvements in offshore safety will be discussed at a special oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Saddened by the News of Malcolm Wicks' Passing</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Sep 2012 08:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive, said: "Many in the UK's oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards Finalists Announced</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2012 10:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The finalists for the Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards, sponsored by Shell U.K. Limited, have... ]]></description>
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<title>London Briefing to Consider UK Oil and Gas Tax Regime as an Engine for Growth</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 09:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s next breakfast briefing in London will reveal how recent changes to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Conference to Mark 25th Anniversary of Piper Alpha Disaster  </title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is to hold a major offshore safety conference next summer, which... ]]></description>
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<title>ExxonMobil’s Gerry Borghesi Announced as Keynote Speaker at Decommissioning Conference</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and Decom North Sea, co-organisers of the Offshore Decommissioning Conference, have... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to Government's Strategy for the Future of British Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2012 17:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ David Ripley, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s business director, has welcomed the launch of the Government&#8217;s... ]]></description>
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<title>Seminar to Share Lessons of Successful Supply Chain Practices</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/767</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Experienced professionals from the oil and gas industry and other sectors will share their expertise... ]]></description>
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<title>Government Support for Older UK Oil and Gas Fields Will Boost Investment, Production and Tax Revenues, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2012 09:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Government today announced that it would introduce a new Brown Field Allowance which will... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Summit to Tackle Industry Skills Shortage</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2012 09:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Senior figures from the UK oil and gas industry will gather to discuss ways to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Looks Forward to Continued Commitment from Ministers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (5 September) said it looks forward to the continuing commitment... ]]></description>
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<title>Report Shows Increase in Number of UK Offshore Oil and Gas Workers, Including More Young People</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ There has been an increase in the number of people working offshore in the UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Second Quarter Defined by Steady Optimism in UK Oil and Gas Sector</title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards Deadline Extended for One Week Only </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Potential entrants for the Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards are being given an extra week... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes HSE Offshore Safety Statistics 2011/2012</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2012 12:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Publishes New Guidelines on Well Control, Integrity and Abandonment</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Four guidelines in a series being produced by the Well Life Cycle Practices Forum (WLCPF)... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Dinner with Treasury Secretary Focuses on Boosting Position of East Anglia in £6 billion UK Fabrication Sector</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Members of Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s fabrication forum last night (26 July) met Chloe Smith,... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, said: &#8220;The allowance announced yesterday (25 July)... ]]></description>
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<title>Government Support for UK Gas Developments Makes Economic Sense for Public Purse, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today welcomed the Chancellor&#8217;s announcement of a new tax relief to... ]]></description>
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<title>Aberdeen Business Briefing Event Focuses on Access to Oil and Gas Infrastructure</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Access to offshore infrastructure on the UK continental shelf (UKCS) provides the topic for Oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Proposed Acquisitions by Chinese Companies</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Noting the announcements today made by CNOOC Ltd. and Sinopec Corp, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Energy Minister to be Guest of Honour at Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards</title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on OBR Tax Forecasts</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, Mike Tholen, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the... ]]></description>
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<title>Demand for Places At PILOT Share Fair 2012 Expected To Be High </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bookings have now opened for the 2012 PILOT Share Fair which takes place on 7... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Briefing puts Spotlight on the Role of Gas in Keeping the Lights On </title>
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<title>Notice of Launch of Oil &#x26; Gas UK's 2012 Economic Report on 5 July 2012</title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Energy Secretary to Aberdeen</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 16:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes European Commission's Potential Flexibility Around Offshore Safety Proposals</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 17:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK understands that Commissioner Oettinger has today (15 June) given the Energy... ]]></description>
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<title>Perspectives from North Sea Independents at Aberdeen Breakfast Briefing</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/731</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Leading figures from three dynamic independent oil and gas companies will present their strategies and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Begins Search for Outstanding Performers</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has begun a search for outstanding performers as the countdown to... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Helicopter Safety Issues to be Discussed at Aviation Seminar</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is once again to host a one-day seminar with the aim... ]]></description>
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<title>Energy Minister to Address Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar on EU Regulation of Offshore Safety</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2012 09:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2012 10:37:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming the launch of the Oil &amp; Gas Industry Leadership Group&#8217;s strategy for the long-term... ]]></description>
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<title>Successful Meeting with Energy Ministers on Future of UK Oil and Gas Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2012 17:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Today in Aberdeen, senior representatives of the UK oil and gas industry held constructive discussions... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Record Interest in North Sea Licences</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2012 11:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the news from the&#160;Department of Energy&#160;&amp; Climate Change (DECC) that... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Success of Elgin Well-Kill Operation</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 15:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's health and safety director, Robert Paterson, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Helicopter Safety Steering Group Meets to Discuss North Sea Ditching Incident</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/723</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 19:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Helicopter Safety Steering Group (HSSG) met today, Monday 14 May, to share preliminary information... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to North Sea Helicopter Ditching</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 15:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s health and safety director Robert Paterson said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Contractors Drive Optimism in Q1 2012 Business Confidence Index</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/721</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 10:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s Q1 2012 business confidence index published today (10 May) reveals that... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Well Services Sector Worth $3 billion and Still Growing</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/720</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 10:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s report on the UK oil and gas well services sector, published... ]]></description>
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<title>New Member: Schlumberger</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/719</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 14:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Schlumberger Oilfield UK plc are the latest Associate Members to join the CDA Well DataStore,... ]]></description>
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<title>Employee engagement the focus of forthcoming oil and gas industry seminar </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/718</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 09:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Publishes Guidance on Asset Ageing and Life Extension</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/717</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 09:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has underlined its commitment to tackling the health and safety issues... ]]></description>
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<title>Aberdeen Breakfast Event to Showcase Dynamic Companies Seizing UK Oil and Gas Opportunities</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/716</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 09:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s forthcoming breakfast briefing will shine the spotlight on the new generation... ]]></description>
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<title>US Macondo Investigator on Fact-Finding Visit to UK Oil and Gas Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/715</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A key US investigation into the Macondo disaster in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010... ]]></description>
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<title>New Chaplain appointed by UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/714</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Issued on behalf of the Aberdeen Oil Industry Chaplaincy Trust The Reverend Gordon Craig has... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil Spill Advisory Group Picks Up IChemE Award for Process Safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/713</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is delighted to announce that the Oil Spill Prevention and Response... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry and Trade Unions Aligned on Risk to Safety Posed by EU Regulation</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/712</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and the Trade Unions, the National Union of Rail, Maritime and... ]]></description>
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<title>Winners Announced at 2012 UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/711</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The winners of the 2012 UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards, sponsored by Maersk... ]]></description>
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<title>Special Safety Award Honour for Oil and Gas Industry Leader</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/710</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ One of the UK&#8217;s most highly regarded oil and gas industry leaders will be given... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Step Change in Safety Annual Update Report</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/709</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s health and safety director, Robert Paterson, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Announces New Expanded Board</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/708</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the representative organisation for the UK offshore oil and gas industry,... ]]></description>
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<title>Continued Concern Over Proposed EU Regulation of Offshore Safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/707</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK remains extremely concerned by the European Commission&#8217;s proposals for EU Regulation... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Statement: Elgin PUQ Incident</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/706</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the ongoing gas leak at the Elgin PUQ installation, Oil &amp; Gas UK's... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Body Greatly Encouraged by Treasury’s Moves to Stimulate UK Oil and Gas Investment</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/705</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today welcomed the Chancellor&#8217;s announcements of measures to provide certainty to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Encouraged by Business Secretary's Engagement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/704</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following a meeting today (20 March 2012) between&#160;the Business Secretary, Vince Cable,&#160;Energy Minister, Charles Hendry,... ]]></description>
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<title>Finalists Announced for UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards 2012</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/703</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety and Oil &amp; Gas UK have announced the finalists for the... ]]></description>
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<title>Latest CDA Member: Iona Energy</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/702</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ It is with great please we announce the joining of Iona Energy Company (UK) Limited... ]]></description>
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<title>Hydrocarbon Release Seminar Highlights Leak Reduction Successes</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/698</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Around&#160;200 people from across the UK offshore oil and gas industry gathered at the Aberdeen... ]]></description>
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<title>New Member: Hannon Westwood</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/700</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A very warm welcolm to Hannon Westwood Holdings Limited who have now joined CDA's Well... ]]></description>
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<title>CDA Signs New Contract to Provide Subsurface Data Services for Oil and Gas Explorers</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/699</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 09:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Common Data Access Limited (CDA), a subsidiary of Oil &amp; Gas UK, has today awarded... ]]></description>
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<title>Investment Headlines Mask Worrying Trends in UK Offshore Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/697</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 08:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Survey also highlights industry's capacity to contribute to growth agenda A small number of large... ]]></description>
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<title>European Grant Boosts Joint Fishing and Oil and Gas Industry Safety Project</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/696</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ FLTC Services Limited (FLTCS), a subsidiary of U.K. Fisheries Offshore Oil and Gas Legacy Trust... ]]></description>
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<title>Demand Forces Extension to Deadline for UK Offshore Safety Awards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/695</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety and Oil &amp; Gas UK have decided to extend the deadline... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Announcement of 27th Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/694</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Warns Against European Commission Weakening UK’s Offshore Safety Regime</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/693</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Today (31 January) Oil &amp; Gas UK will attend a meeting in Brussels to reiterate... ]]></description>
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<title>Latest Seismic Data Release Guidelines Document</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/692</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An updated version of the Seismic Data Release Guidelines document has now been pulished and... ]]></description>
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<title>New OPOL Rules are Focus of Event at Lloyd’s of London</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/690</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The robustness of checks made to the financial responsibility of offshore oil and gas companies... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Calls to Protect Offshore Safety from EU Regulation</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/691</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Speaking after Sir Robert Smith MP called on the Prime Minister to ensure that the... ]]></description>
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<title>New Treasury – Oil and Gas Industry Fiscal Forum Holds First Meeting</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/689</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The first meeting of the Fiscal Forum, established by the Treasury to promote constructive, long-term... ]]></description>
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<title>New Guidelines Promote Best Practice for Well Operations across Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/688</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Today (16 January) Oil &amp; Gas UK published two further guidelines in a series being... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Signs International Emergency Response Arrangement </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/687</link>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Wood Mackenzie’s Review of 2011 </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/686</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, Mike Tholen, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes Wood... ]]></description>
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<title>The Search Begins for Oil and Gas Safety Innovators</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/685</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Nominations are open for the 2012 UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards. This year,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Q3 2011 Oil and Gas Production</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/684</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s Economics Director, Mike Tholen, said: &#8220;Production through to September 2011 has... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Maitland Panel Report on UK Regulation</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/683</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil &#x26; Gas Chaplaincy to Hold Christmas Carol Service</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/682</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The UK Oil &amp; Gas Chaplaincy will once again hold its annual Christmas carol service,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Supreme Court Decision on Working Time Directive</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/681</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, Malcolm Webb, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK is very... ]]></description>
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<title>Aberdeen Breakfast Briefing Focuses on Challenges and Opportunities of West of Shetland as New Gas Frontier</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/680</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics and commercial director, said: &#8220;Since the tax changes... ]]></description>
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<title>New Well Examination Guidelines Promote Best Practice across Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has today (29 November) published the first two in a series... ]]></description>
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<title>New Oil &#x26; Gas UK Director to put Supply Chain at the Forefront</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the leading representative organisation for the UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>CDA’s Primary Seismic Contact</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to AAIB Report into Fatal Helicopter Accident</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 08:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) report published today (November... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to Announcement on Coastguard Modernisation</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is disappointed by the cuts to Coastguard services announced today, and... ]]></description>
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<title>Memorial Service For Pioneering Former Oil Chaplain</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE UK OIL &amp; GAS CHAPLAINCY A memorial service is to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Third Quarter Index Highlights Industry Caution</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s latest business confidence index published today (17 November) clearly shows that... ]]></description>
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<title>Remembering the Sumburgh Chinook Helicopter Crash</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Outstanding Performers Honoured at Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards 2011</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK announced the winners of the prestigious Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Report on Potential of Aberdeen to be Global Energy Hub</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, Malcolm Webb said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes this... ]]></description>
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<title>Over 1,100 Through the Doors of PILOT Share Fair</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, Malcolm Webb, today welcomed over 1,100 delegates from all... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Offshore Fatality</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Russell Robinson... ]]></description>
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<title>Government Energy Policy on the Agenda at Oil &#x26; Gas UK Event</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:37:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The significant implications of national and international energy policy for oil and gas will be... ]]></description>
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<title>European Commission Proposals Risk Undermining Safety, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the publication of the European Commission&#8217;s proposals on offshore safety, Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Supreme Court Hearing of Working Time Case</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, Malcolm Webb, said: &#8220;The two week on two week... ]]></description>
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<title>Major Oil and Gas Operators Share Perspectives on the Future of the North Sea</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Two of the UK&#8217;s top offshore oil and gas business leaders today highlighted to more... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Energy and Climate Change Committee Report on UK Energy Supplies</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the publication of the House of Commons Energy and Climate Change Committee&#8217;s report... ]]></description>
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<title>Another Successful Workshop</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/661</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 11:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The annual CDA Data Management Workshop 'Sharing Data Management Solutions' was held in London on... ]]></description>
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<title>New Website goes Live!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcome to the new CDA website As you can see, the new CDA website is... ]]></description>
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<title>Seismic Field Data Trial is Underway</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Seismic field data for 7 surveys has been received and is currently being transcribed and... ]]></description>
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<title>New UK Offshore Opportunities Up For Discussion At PILOT Share Fair</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 1,000 figures from across the oil and gas industry are expected to gather... ]]></description>
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<title>STATEMENT: Oil Chaplaincy</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Aberdeen Oil Industry Chaplaincy Trust regrets to announce that the Reverend Martin Grashoff has... ]]></description>
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<title>New Members this Quarter</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/609</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ We are proud to announce continuing&#160;strong growth in&#160;CDA participation. Atlantic Petroleum and the Parkmead Group... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes BP Announcement of £10 billion Investment Over Next Five Years</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/658</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to BP&#8217;s announcement that along with its partners, it is investing &#163;10 billion in... ]]></description>
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<title>Report Confirms the UK Oil and Gas Industry as a Leading Engineering and Manufacturing Base which is Making a Vital Contribution to the Economy</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s 2011 Economic Report, published today (11 October), confirms the continuing significance... ]]></description>
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<title>New Seismic Data Manager</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mark Alldred has joined CDA as&#160;Seismic Data Manager and is based&#160;in the London office. ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Demographics Report Shows More Young People Finding Work Offshore</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/656</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The number of young people working on Britain&#8217;s offshore oil and gas installations is rising,... ]]></description>
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<title>Decommissioning Conference Attracts Record Numbers </title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Industry interest in the Offshore Decommissioning Conference organised by Oil &amp; Gas UK and Decom... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Expresses Concern Over Coastguard Restructuring Plans</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#160;believes proposed cuts to the Coastguard could potentially have an impact on... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Second Quarter 2011 Production Decline</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, Malcolm Webb, said: &#8220;On the face of it, a... ]]></description>
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<title>Finalists Announced for Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards 2011</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/652</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The finalists for 2011&#8217;s hotly-contested Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards have been announced, as the... ]]></description>
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<title>Advisory Group Secures Major Advances in UK Oil Spill Prevention and Response </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The work of the ground-breaking Oil Spill Prevention and Response Advisory Group (OSPRAG) concludes with... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to AAIB Report into 2009 Helicopter Ditching</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) report published today (14... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes European Parliament Rejection of Drilling Moratorium</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the European Parliament&#8217;s Report on Offshore Safety and the rejection of a late... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments Following Meeting with Treasury Economic Secretary</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, Malcolm Webb, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK and a... ]]></description>
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<title>Record-breaking Attendance at Briefing Reflects Oil and Gas Industry’s Commitment to Safety</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 10:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over 300 of the oil and gas industry&#8217;s leading figures gathered at the Aberdeen Exhibition... ]]></description>
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<title>Well Capping Device to Bolster UK Oil Spill Response Capability Launched by Energy Minister</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 09:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>September Summit Spotlights Work of Ground-breaking UK Oil Spill Prevention and Response Group </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/645</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK&#8217;s groundbreaking Oil Spill Prevention and Response Group (OSPRAG) will wrap up and report... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Asset Integrity of Installations in the UKCS</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's Health &amp; Safety Director, Robert Paterson, said: "Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Business Confidence Remains Fragile</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s Q2 business confidence index published today (17 August) shows that the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on UK Oil Spill</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive, Malcolm Webb, said: "Oil &amp; Gas UK is aware... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Successfully Tests Emergency Spill Response Equipment</title>
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<title>High Demand for Places Expected as Bookings Open for PILOT Share Fair 2011</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/640</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Final Chance to Celebrate Your Talented Employees in the 2011 Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/639</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The deadline for the 2011 Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards has been extended to Friday... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK and Decom North Sea Open Bookings for UK Decommissioning Conference</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bookings have opened for the Offshore Decommissioning Conference 2011 organised by Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Deadline Approaches for Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards 2011 Nominations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/637</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The race is on for this year&#8217;s 2011 Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards with the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments Following Meeting with Energy Minister</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, Malcolm Webb, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK confirms that... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes HSE Offshore Safety Statistics</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/635</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the HSE&#8217;s offshore safety statistics for 2010/2011, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s health and... ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, said: &#8220;The drop in UK exploration and... ]]></description>
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<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/633</link>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Response to BP's Approval of Loyal and Schiehallion Redevelopment Projects</title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to Treasury Announcement</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s Economics Director, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK considers HM... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s breakfast briefing today (June 30) attracted more than 370 delegates to... ]]></description>
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<title>Gas Offers a More Flexible Way to Secure Affordable Energy and Cut Emissions, Oil &#x26; Gas UK Tells Select Committee</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In oral evidence to the House of Commons Energy and Climate Change Select Committee today... ]]></description>
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<title>OSPRAG safety achievements on the agenda at major well conference</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Technical recommendations aimed at preventing a serious oil spill incident here in the UK will... ]]></description>
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<title>New co-chairs announced at Step Change in Safety</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety, the UK&#8217;s flagship offshore safety initiative, has announced changes to its... ]]></description>
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<title>Challenges Faced by Supply Chain the Focus of Aberdeen Breakfast Briefing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Leading figures from three diverse supply chain companies will be presenting their views on the... ]]></description>
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<title>Updated Tandem Loading Guidelines Incorporate Advances in Industry Technology </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 09:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has today (14 June) published an updated set of guidelines for... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on First Minister’s Tax Proposals</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2011 16:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK agrees with First Minister Alex Salmond&#8217;s view that &#8220;North Sea oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry’s Data Management Service Appoints Four New Directors to Board</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Event to Focus on Sharing of Offshore Safety Ideas </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2011 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Invites Nominations For Industry Awards 2011</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Nominations open on Monday 6 June for the 2011 Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards, which... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Survey Highlights Urgent Need for Industry Government Engagement</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 16:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The results of Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s updated Activity Survey reinforce the need for the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Gives Evidence to Transport Committee on Future of Coastguard Services </title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2011 14:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Robert Paterson, health and safety director at Oil &amp; Gas UK, today (19 May) gave... ]]></description>
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<title>Advancements to Offshore Helicopter Safety to be Discussed at Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 09:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is to host a one-day seminar with the aim of bringing... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Reform of Air Passenger Duty</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 09:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s health and safety director, Robert Paterson, said: &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Aberdeen &#x26; Grampian Chamber of Commerce Oil and Gas Survey</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 14:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the AGCC survey published today, Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Gives Evidence on Tax Impact to Energy &#x26; Climate Change Committee</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 17:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Representatives from the industry trade association Oil &amp; Gas UK gave oral evidence to the... ]]></description>
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<title>Latest Oil &#x26; Gas UK Index Reveals Record Breaking Fall in Confidence in Exploration and Production</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 09:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s quarterly business index published today (4 May) reveals that there has... ]]></description>
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<title>Aberdeen University Findings on Impact of Tax Rise Wholly Expected</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, said: &#8220;Professor Alex Kemp&#8217;s research shows that... ]]></description>
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<title>Winners Announced at UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ ISSUED BY STEP CHANGE IN SAFETY AND OIL &amp; GAS UK The winners of the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Meeting with Chancellor on Tax Increase</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s meeting today (19 April) with the Chancellor of the Exchequer,... ]]></description>
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<title>Significant Strides Taken in Enhancing Oil Spill Prevention and Response in UK</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 11:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ ISSUED BY OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE ADVISORY GROUP (OSPRAG) The UK&#8217;s Oil Spill Prevention... ]]></description>
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<title>New Publication Underlines Industry’s Commitment to Helicopter Safety</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The oil and gas industry has underlined its ongoing commitment to offshore helicopter safety, with... ]]></description>
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<title>New Safety Prize to be Launched at Industry Awards Ceremony</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The oil and gas industry is challenging offshore employees to apply their knowledge, understanding and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK encouraged by Commons Treasury Committee report on the 2011 Budget</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 Apr 2011 00:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ On the Committee&#8217;s conclusions, Mike Tholen, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, said: &#8220;Oil &amp;... ]]></description>
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<title>Energy &#x26; Climate Change Committee Call for Evidence on North Sea Tax Regime Change </title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to today&#8217;s announcement that the Energy and Climate Change Select Committee in Westminster is... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Outlines its Concerns to Government</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;The industry representatives today had a... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry to Meet Secretary of State for Energy to Discuss Tax Change</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK confirmed that it will be attending a meeting of PILOT, the... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Safety on the Agenda as Industry Leaders Gather at Step Change in Safety Leadership Day</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Around 100 senior figures from across the oil and gas industry gathered in Aberdeen today... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Statoil's Deferral of Investment</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Responding to news that Statoil has put on hold a $10 billion plan to develop... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Calls for Emergency PILOT Meeting</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Speaking after a meeting of Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s operator member companies, chief executive Malcolm... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to 2011 Budget Announcement</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;In its first Budget nine months... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Government’s response to the Energy and Climate Change Committee’s Report </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2011 12:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK notes today&#8217;s publication of the Government&#8217;s response to the Select Committee&#8217;s... ]]></description>
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<title>Finalists announced for 2011 UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2011 09:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety and Oil &amp; Gas UK have announced the finalists for the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Secures Well Capping Device to Strengthen Oil Spill Contingency</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK confirms the start of manufacturing of a well capping device which... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Production Decline Slows as Investment Rises by 60 Per Cent </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Capital investment in UK oil and gas exploration and production has increased by 60 per... ]]></description>
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<title>Latest Oil &#x26; Gas UK Index Reports Buoyant Business Confidence</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s quarterly business confidence index published today (21 February) reveals that the... ]]></description>
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<title>New Study Reveals the True Value of Data and Data Management to Oil and Gas Companies</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/581</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ ISSUED ON BEHALF OF COMMON DATA ACCESS LIMITED (CDA) Senior managers in oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>CDA Data Management Value Study</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ CDA&#8217;s report on the value of Data Management has now been published and is available... ]]></description>
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<title>Last Chance to Enter UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 10:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With the deadline for entries for the UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards fast-approaching,... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Appoints Chaplain</title>
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<title>Opinion Survey Highlights the Importance of Raising Oil and Gas Industry’s Profile</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/578</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The general public&#8217;s underestimation of the importance of oil and gas production to the UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Step Change in Safety Commits to 50 per cent Reduction in Oil and Gas Leaks</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/577</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In a move to drive further reductions in the number of accidental hydrocarbon releases in... ]]></description>
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<title>Nominations Open For UK Oil And Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The search is on for the outstanding people and companies helping to make the UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to Select Committee Report on UK Deepwater Drilling</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has welcomed the Energy and Climate Change Committee&#8217;s rejection of both... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Celebrates Supply Chain's Increasing Efficiency with 2010 Compliance Awards</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has today (December 16 2010) announced that more companies have demonstrated... ]]></description>
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<title>New Oil &#x26; Gas UK Report to Provide Guidance on Use of Flexible Pipe in Subsea Developments</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A major new report published today (14 December 2010) by Oil &amp; Gas UK aims... ]]></description>
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<title>Ground-breaking North Sea Helicopter Safety System Goes Live</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/572</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and NATS, the UK&#8217;s air navigation service provider, today (13 December... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Postpones Aberdeen Breakfast Briefing due to Adverse Weather Conditions</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Event to Focus on Carbon Capture and Storage</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 14:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Figures from across the oil and gas industry will gather in London next week to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Cautiously Welcomes Government's Announcement on Migration Limit as Broadly Positive </title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Response to Migration Advisory Committee’s Report on Limiting Skilled Migration</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 17:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the publication today (18 November) of the Migration Advisory Committee&#8217;s (MAC) report on... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Reveals Third Quarter Rise in Optimism in Exploration and Production Sector</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 15:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s quarterly business confidence Index published today (16 November) reveals that the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Event Addresses Urgent Need to Dispel Myths About Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2010 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is to hold an event focusing on an emerging threat to... ]]></description>
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<title>Greenpeace Legal Bid to Stop Offshore Drilling Unwarranted, Says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (12 November) strongly refuted Greenpeace&#8217;s claim that proper assessments of... ]]></description>
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<title>More Seats Released at Oil &#x26; Gas UK’s Environmental Seminar </title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has released more seats at its forthcoming environmental seminar in response... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar to Focus on Changing Environmental Issues</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2010 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil and gas companies agree they must take their responsibility to the environment seriously. However,... ]]></description>
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<title>Winners of Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards 2010 Announced</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The winners of the prestigious Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards 2010 were announced at a... ]]></description>
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<title>Attendance at PILOT Share Fair 12 Breaks All Records</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In a clear demonstration of the current buoyant mood in the UK oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Demographics Report Finds Offshore Workers are Getting Younger</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The average age of offshore workers is at its lowest and there are more people... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Response to WWF Scotland</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK notes that WWF Scotland has called for so-called &#8220;pro-oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Refutes Allegations of Legal Action Against Wind Farms</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK rejects the allegations being made in newspaper articles that the oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Response to the 26th Offshore Oil and Gas Licensing Round</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2010 17:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the oil and gas exploration licences awarded by the Energy Minister today (27... ]]></description>
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<title>Chair of Helicopter Task Group Given Prestigious International Safety Award</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is pleased to announce that PSN chief executive, Bob Keiller, has... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Definitive Ruling on Working Time Directive</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 15:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (19 October) welcomed the ruling by the Court of Session... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Announces New Appointments to Board</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the representative organisation for the oil and gas industry, today announces... ]]></description>
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<title>Sharing of Oil and Gas Data Management Expertise Focus of London Conference</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Common Data Access Limited (CDA), the UK oil and gas industry&#8217;s shared data management service,... ]]></description>
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<title>Development of UK Well Capping Capability Moves Forward</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ OSPRAG, the UK&#8217;s Oil Spill Prevention and Response&#160;Advisory Group, has agreed to move ahead to... ]]></description>
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<title>European Commission’s Call for Suspension of Licensing in UK Wholly Unjustified</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/551</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 15:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the European Commission&#8217;s calls for Member States to consider a suspension of licensing... ]]></description>
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<title>DM Competency work gathers pace</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/614</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ CDA is working with participants, contractors, DECC, PPDM (Canada) and ECIM (Norway) to develop and... ]]></description>
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<title>Secretary of State Views Enhancements to UK Oil Spill Response Capability</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, the Rt Hon Chris Huhne, is... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on European Parliament’s Vote Against Moratorium on Deepsea Drilling</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In response to the European Parliament&#8217;s adoption of the non-legislative resolution, Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp;... ]]></description>
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<title>Sell Out Conference Demonstrates Industry Interest in Decommissioning Opportunities </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/548</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 13:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and Decom North Sea today (Oct 6) launched the first day... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Mourns Death of “Inspirational” Industry Safety Leader, Bob Kyle</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 15:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is deeply saddened at the news of the death of its... ]]></description>
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<title>Finalists announced for Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards 2010</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/546</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has announced the finalists for this year's prestigious Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK pays tribute to Reverend Andrew Jolly</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/545</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is deeply saddened to hear that Reverend Andrew J. Jolly MBE,... ]]></description>
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<title>Elevating Role of Gas Offers a More Flexible Way to Secure Affordable Energy and Cut Emissions, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/544</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With the publication of its report &#8216;Gas: at the Centre of a Low Carbon Future&#8217;,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Warns Against Jeopardising Investment By Limiting Migration</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (21 September) warned that if the Government&#8217;s temporary cap on... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Index Reflects Cautious Optimism in the Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/542</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 16:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The latest Oil &amp; Gas UK Index published today indicates that broadly speaking there is... ]]></description>
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<title>Role of Natural Gas in UK Energy Market Under Spotlight at Oil &#x26; Gas UK Breakfast</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/540</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK expects up to one hundred people to attend the launch of... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on Industry Safety Record</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/539</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ &#8220;There is strong collaboration across the UK offshore industry to improve safety performance continually, year... ]]></description>
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<title>Helicopter safety the focus of Oil &#x26; Gas UK’s Aviation Workshop </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/538</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 11:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A one-day aviation seminar will bring together key players from the North Sea oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Keen to Learn Appropriate Lessons from Report on Deepwater Horizon Incident</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/537</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the publication today (8 September)&#160; of BP&#8217;s report into the cause of the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Emphasises UK Regulatory Rigour in Evidence to ECC Committee Inquiry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/535</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, today (7 September 2010) gave oral evidence... ]]></description>
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<title>Bookings Open for One to One Sessions at Share Fair 12 </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/534</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 11:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Delegates attending this year&#8217;s PILOT Share Fair 12, sponsored by CAN, are advised to book... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Industry to Maintain Focus on Helicopter Safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/533</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK can today (24 August 2010) announce that a new Helicopter Safety... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on HSE Offshore Safety Statistics</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/532</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the HSE&#8217;s offshore safety statistics for 2009/2010, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s health, safety... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on Increase in OPOL Limit</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/536</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (18 August) welcomed the measure taken by the members of... ]]></description>
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<title>Greenpeace Claims of Reckless Operations Offshore in UK are Wholly Unjustified</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/531</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (13 August 2010) refuted Greenpeace&#8217;s claims that the UK oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Interest in Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards Results in Deadline Extension</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/530</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Companies wishing to compete for the prestigious Oil &amp; Gas UK Awards 2010, sponsored by... ]]></description>
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<title>Contract Awarded to Wood Group Kenny for Design of New UK Oil Spill Capping and Containment Solutions</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/529</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, on behalf of the UK&#8217;s Oil Spill Advisory Group (OSPRAG), today... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes HSE’s Inspection of Ageing Installations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/528</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the launch of the HSE&#8217;s new inspection programme, Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK and Decom North Sea Team Up at UK Decommissioning Event</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/527</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/527</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Up to two hundred delegates will be able to improve their awareness of the opportunities... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil Spill Response Group (OSPRAG) Continues its Work Alongside Developments in US</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Noting the formation of a joint venture in the US to develop a deepwater oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Energy and Climate Change Inquiry into UK Deepwater Drilling</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/524</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (20 July 2010) welcomed the Energy and Climate Change (ECC)... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on EU Commissioner's Call for Moratorium on New Drilling</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/523</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the EU Energy Commissioner&#8217;s call for a moratorium on new drilling,&#160;Malcolm Webb, chief... ]]></description>
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<title>OSPRAG Gives Green Light for New UK Engineering Design Work on Oil Well Capping and Containment</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/522</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK&#8217;s Oil Spill Prevention and Response Advisory Group (OSPRAG) yesterday gave approval to its... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry:  “An Engine for Recovery&quot;  </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (6 July 2010) launched its annual economic report, which highlights... ]]></description>
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<title>Increased Optimism in the Oil and Gas Industry Gives Boost to PILOT Share Fair</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/520</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ This year&#8217;s PILOT Share Fair, taking place on 3 November at the Aberdeen Exhibition and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on New UK North Sea Discovery</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/519</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive, said: &#8220;Encore Oil&#8217;s&#160;discovery could be hugely significant... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Record Interest in 26th Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/518</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the record interest in the 26th licensing round announced by energy minister, Charles... ]]></description>
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<title>Flight 85N Memorial Fund to Close at End of July</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/517</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The memorial fund set up by the UK offshore oil and gas industry soon after... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to 2010 Emergency Budget</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s economics director, Mike Tholen, said: &#8220;We are all aware of the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil Spill Workgroups Get Underway on Early Review of UK Practices</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The work of the UK&#8217;s new Oil Spill Prevention and Response Advisory Group (OSPRAG) is... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Breakfast Highlights Resourcing Challenge of UK Energy Security</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With debate around how best to achieve UK energy security intensifying, delegates at Oil &amp;... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Chaplain Receives MBE in Birthday Honours List</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 12 Jun 2010 11:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the news that the Rev. Andrew Jolly has been appointed a Member of... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Additional DECC Resources for Inspections</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 10:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on today&#8217;s announcement (8 June) from the Environment and Climate Change Secretary that offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Index Reflects Rising Business Confidence in Supply Chain</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The latest Oil &amp; Gas UK Index published today (7 June 2010) reveals a clear... ]]></description>
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<title>Search Now on for Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 11:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The search is now officially on for nominations to compete in the prestigious Oil &amp;... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil Spill Prevention and Response Group Begins Work</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry&#8217;s new Oil Spill Prevention and Response Advisory Group (OSPRAG)... ]]></description>
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<title>Newly Transformed Oil and Gas Players Are Grasping Opportunities on the UKCS</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The 420 delegates attending Oil &amp; Gas UK's sell-out breakfast briefing sponsored by The Royal... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Creates Advisory Group to Review UK Oil Spill Prevention and Response</title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK meets Rt Hon. Chris Huhne MP, Secretary for Energy and Climate Change</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2010 16:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive along with other Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Statement Welcoming Appointment of Secretary of State and Ministers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the appointment of Rt Hon. Chris Huhne MP as Secretary... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on UK Safety Regulation to Minimise Risk of Oil Spills</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2010 16:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the possibility of an incident similar to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill occurring... ]]></description>
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<title>Comment on First UK Application for Determination of Access to Infrastructure from the Secretary of State</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/504</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s operations director, Paul Dymond, said: &#8220;In negotiations over third party access... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on the Fatal Tragedy on the Drilling Rig in Gulf of Mexico </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/499</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2010 18:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the fatal tragedy on the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce Survey</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the Aberdeen &amp; Grampian Chamber of Commerce&#8217;s Spring Oil &amp; Gas Survey, Brian... ]]></description>
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<title>New Oil and Gas Players Under the Spotlight at Aberdeen Breakfast Briefing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Leaders of two significant oil and gas companies emerging from periods of transition will reveal... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards Winners Announced</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and Step Change in Safety today (21 April 2010) announced the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on Offshore Helicopter Flight Situation </title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK can confirm that helicopter flights transferring workers to and from UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on the Continued Suspension of Offshore Helicopter Flights</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has been informed that all routine offshore helicopter flights into the... ]]></description>
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<title>Statement: Suspension of Routine UKCS Helicopter Flights</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ &#8220;Oil &amp; Gas UK has been informed that all routine offshore helicopter flights into the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Data Management Workshop in Aberdeen Hailed a Success</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/491</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Common Data Access Limited (CDA), the UK oil and gas industry&#8217;s shared data management service,... ]]></description>
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<title>New Board Appointments Strengthen Oil &#x26; Gas UK’s Industry Representation </title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the leading representative organisation for the oil and gas industry, can... ]]></description>
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<title>New FishSAFE Unit In Action Across the UK North Sea</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 09:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Aberdeen-based FLTC Services Limited (FLTCS) today (5 April 2010) announced that it has received the... ]]></description>
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<title>Finalists announced for UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards</title>
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<title>Government Approval for Gas Development West of Shetland will Help Secure UK Energy Supply, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (19 March 2010) warmly&#160; welcomed the announcement that the Department... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK meets Greg Clark, Shadow Secretary for Energy and Climate Change</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/486</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s chief executive along with other Oil &amp; Gas UK... ]]></description>
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<title> Improved emergency response guidelines to be launched at Oil &#x26; Gas UK Training Session</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/485</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK will launch its newly revised emergency response guidelines at a special... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Highlights Rise in Reserves but Warns of the Investment Challenge</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offers still significant opportunity for offshore oil and gas development but companies are... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK announces new Board member</title>
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<title>Memorial to Flight 85N to be erected in Aberdeen Public Garden</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A memorial commemorating those who perished on Flight 85N on 1 April 2009 will be... ]]></description>
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<title>Safety Awards attract overwhelming number of entries proving safety is top of oil and gas agenda</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The nominations for this year&#8217;s new UK Oil and Gas Industry Safety Awards have now... ]]></description>
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<title>Business confidence improves in the UK oil and gas industry, but overall picture remains fragile </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/477</link>
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<title>Personal locator beacons to be back in use from Monday, 8 February 2010</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/476</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK can today (4 February 2010) confirm that personal locator beacons will... ]]></description>
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<title>Extension of New Field Allowance to Frontier Area will Promote Investment, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK </title>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Announcement of 26th Offshore Oil and Gas Licensing Round</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK evaluates industry prospects for 2010 after a challenging year</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/472</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK&#8217;s 2010 Activity Survey will be presented at its first quarter breakfast... ]]></description>
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<title>Helicopter Safety Awareness Courses Aim to Answer Workers’ Concerns</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/471</link>
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<title>New Director Bolsters Oil &#x26; Gas UK Supply Chain Expertise</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/470</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the leading representative organisation for the UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Phased Reintroduction of Personal Locator Beacons by the UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/469</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Manufacturing delays, caused not least by the extreme weather conditions of the past few weeks,... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Flight 85N Memorial Trust Fund Makes Donations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/468</link>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Secretary of State's Comments on The Central Role of Oil and Gas in Energy Security</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/467</link>
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<title>More Investment in UK Gas Production Required Alongside Storage to Secure Supply, says Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/466</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's energy policy manager, David Odling, today (8 January) warned against downplaying... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK and Step Change in Safety call for safety pioneers to shine at Safety Awards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/465</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, in conjunction with Step Change in Safety, is calling for entries... ]]></description>
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<title>New minimum industry training standard now widely adopted by industry – review shows</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/464</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Index shows business confidence in UK oil and gas industry still fragile</title>
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<title>Well services contractors join Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The members of the Well Services Contractors Association (WSCA) voted to suspend WSCA as the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Tax Changes Announced in Pre-Budget Report</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/461</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the announcements made in the Pre-Budget Report today, Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK ranks companies’ compliance with the Supply Chain Code of Practice</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/460</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK will today (9 December 2009) announce the first gold, silver and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK comment on Charles Hendry's visit to Aberdeen</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/459</link>
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<title>Debate on Role of Oil and Gas in UK Energy Mix Spans Political Spectrum</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/458</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With the general election just around the corner, key figures from across the political spectrum... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and gas flagship safety initiative outlines vision for 2010</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety, the UK offshore oil and gas industry's flagship safety initiative, has... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK breakfast sheds light on UK energy policy across the political spectrum</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With the general election just around the corner, key figures from across the political spectrum... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK workshop reinforces the importance of infrastructure in a mature UKCS</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is holding a training workshop which will set out clear principles... ]]></description>
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<title>Report Reveals High-Performing Subsea Oil and Gas Sector Uncertain over Future Earnings</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Issued by Oil &amp; Gas UK and Subsea UK Subsea UK today (9 November 2009)... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards '09 Winners Announced</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK last night announced the winners of the prestigious Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>PILOT SHARE FAIR 11 ATTRACTS RECORD ATTENDANCE LEVELS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/452</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A record breaking 750 delegates from across the UK and overseas attended this years PILOT... ]]></description>
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<title>New Deed Offers Clarity on Risk Allocation Offshore and £Million Annual Savings</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/451</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ All companies working for oil and gas operators on the UK continental shelf (UKCS) are... ]]></description>
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<title>Delivering the future – Oil &#x26; Gas UK breakfast set to shape safety agenda</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/450</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Leading oil and gas industry figures are set to look towards a safer future and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar Offers Help in Tackling High Costs</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/449</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In an effort to help increase the competitiveness of the UK continental shelf (UKCS), Oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK's comment on the Government response to the Energy and Climate Change Committee’s First Report of Session 2008-9</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/448</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the Government response to the Energy and Climate Change Committee's First Report of... ]]></description>
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<title>Chancellor's visit to Aberdeen hailed as recognition of importance of oil and gas industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/447</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chancellor of the Exchequer's visit to Aberdeen today (16 October 2009) is being hailed... ]]></description>
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<title>Sir Ian Wood announced as guest of honour at awards ceremony</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/446</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is delighted to announce that Sir Ian Wood has been confirmed... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK comment on S-92 helicopter fleet</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/445</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Robert Paterson, Oil &amp; Gas UK's health and safety director, said: "On 09 October, Oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK announces new Board appointments</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/444</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is pleased to announce that Bernard Looney, managing director of BP's... ]]></description>
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<title>Help is on hand for SMEs at PILOT Share Fair 11</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/443</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has developed a brand new "Self Help Zone" for small to... ]]></description>
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<title>Step Change in Safety event keeps focus on workforce engagement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/442</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ At its network meeting on Wednesday, 07 October 2009, Step Change in Safety will bring... ]]></description>
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<title>UK oil and gas industry marks 1,000th modern apprenticeship milestone</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/441</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry will today (5 October 2009) celebrate the milestone intake... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK’s aviation seminar puts spotlight on helicopter safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/440</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ This years aviation safety seminar, organised by Oil &amp; Gas UK, will update the wider... ]]></description>
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<title>Finalists announced for Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards ‘09</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/439</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has announced the finalists for this year's prestigious Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Supply chain looks towards a positive future post-recession</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/438</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's third breakfast briefing of 2009 on Wednesday 7 October at the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and gas industry seminar underlines continued commitment to safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/437</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Underlining the industry's continued focus on offshore safety, Oil &amp; Gas UK's process safety seminar... ]]></description>
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<title>PILOT Share Fair 11 provides unique business opportunities for SMEs</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/436</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Bookings for the PILOT Share Fair 11 one to one sessions open today (Tuesday 15th... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK statement on HSE offshore safety statistics</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/435</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In response to the Health &amp; Safety Executive's press briefing at Offshore Europe in Aberdeen... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and gas young professionals challenge the Dragons over industry's people strategy</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/434</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Young professionals working in the UK oil and gas industry today proposed to business leaders... ]]></description>
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<title>New seismic data management system to save time and expert resources in UK oil and gas exploration</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/433</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Common Data Access Limited (CDA), which manages well data collected during drilling activity on the... ]]></description>
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<title>New helicopter surveillance system boosts offshore flight safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/432</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and NATS Services Ltd (NSL) are today (7 September 2009) launching... ]]></description>
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<title>New industry handbook drives efficiency in business transactions</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/431</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has today launched a new online handbook which will help companies... ]]></description>
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<title>Record number of entries received for industry awards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/430</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Nominations have now closed for Oil &amp; Gas UK's annual industry awards ceremony and the... ]]></description>
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<title>Pilot Share Fair 11 set to boost supply chain activity</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/429</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over 700 delegates are expected to attend PILOT Share Fair 11 on 4 November 2009... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK welcomes clear improvement in offshore safety statistics</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/428</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the safety statistics for the UK offshore oil and gas industry published today... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK statement on the AAIB Bulletin S5/2009</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/427</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the publication today (16 July 2009) of the latest Air... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK welcomes findings of KP3 progress review</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/426</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the HSE's KP3 review published today (14 July 2009), Malcolm Webb, chief executive... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Aligned with House of Commons Select Committee on Critical Need to Incentivise Production</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/425</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today launched its annual economic report, which reinforces the conclusion reached... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Energy and Climate Change Committee's Report on UK Offshore Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/424</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the publication of the Energy and Climate Change Committee's report on UK offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>New industry award recognises the importance of investing in people</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/423</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has created a new People Development award for its industry awards... ]]></description>
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<title>Helicopter Task Group urges CAA to pave way for reintroduction of PLBs</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/422</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the publication of the Air Accidents Investigation Branch's (AAIB) Special Bulletin into the ditching... ]]></description>
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<title>Step Change in Safety Share Fair sees record workforce attendance</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/421</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety welcomed a record number of delegates to its safety Share Fair... ]]></description>
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<title>Forum for oil and gas and fishing industries builds on collaboration to improve mariners’ safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/420</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Today (15 June 2009), thirty-five senior representatives from the oil and gas and fishing industries... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK promotes efficient deal making in UK oil and gas industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/419</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is hosting a series of training workshops that aim to help... ]]></description>
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<title>Workforce engagement key to improving offshore safety, says Step Change in Safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/418</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety, the UK offshore oil and gas industry's flagship safety initiative, is... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and gas industry aims to bring back personal locator beacons for offshore flights from July</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/417</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry is planning to reintroduce the use of personal... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK breakfast puts spotlight on energy trends in turbulent times</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/416</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Bernard Looney, managing director of BP's North Sea business, will shed light on how the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY STAKEHOLDERS CONSULTED ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/414</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (2 June 2009) held dialogue with over fifty stakeholders on... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK puts spotlight on managing costs during recession</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/415</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/415</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ To address concerns around how UK oil and gas companies manage their costs within the... ]]></description>
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<title>Young Award winner tells of career success</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/413</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Caroline Gill, winner of the 2008 Oil &amp; Gas UK Award for Overall Excellence, is... ]]></description>
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<title>INNOVATION AND COLLABORATION ARE KEY IN SAFE, QUICK AND COST EFFECTIVE DECOMMISSIONING, SAYS OIL &#x26; GAS UK</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/412</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Around 120 delegates today (26 May 2009) attended the first of a two-day conference organised... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes New Board Members</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/411</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today announced that it has appointed two new members to its... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Meets Shadow Chancellor to Highlight Industry's Vital Economic Contribution</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/409</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, accompanied by some of its leading Aberdeen-based members today met the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK meets with helicopter operators to discuss personal locator beacons</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/410</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has today (14 May 2009) met with the helicopter operators to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas and Fishing Industries Announce Major Progress in Keeping Fishermen Safe</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/408</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ FLTC Services Limited (FLTC Services) today announced that it has made significant progress in several... ]]></description>
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<title>Measures to Stimulate Investment in Challenging Fields Welcomed but Oil &#x26; Gas UK Says There is More to Do</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/407</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (22 April 2009) welcomed the Chancellor's announcement of incentives to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK says Sustantial Tax Change Needed to Deliver 20% Increase in Production Over Five Years</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/404</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's economics director, Mike Tholen, said: "Oil &amp; Gas UK is encouraged... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK workgroup identifies technical specifications for personal locator beacons</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/405</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The work group that was set up by Oil &amp; Gas UK soon after a... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to BALPA Call for North Sea Safety Summit</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A programme of inspection and modification of the two models of Super Puma helicopter subject... ]]></description>
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<title>Reinstatement of Safety Beacons a Priority, Confirms Oil &#x26; Gas UK</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/402</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Finding a technical solution that will allow personal safety beacons to be safely reinstated for... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Helicopter Flights Discontinued Over Weekend</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Oil and Gas Industry Sets up North Sea Helicopter Memorial Fund</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A memorial fund has been set up in memory of the 16 men who lost... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Responds to Latest AAIB Helicopter Recommendation</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has not had the opportunity to study in detail the latest... ]]></description>
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<title>UK oil and gas industry responds to AAIB recommendations</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to concerns raised in the media, following the publication of the AAIB initial report... ]]></description>
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<title>The Apprentice’s Business Expert Addresses Generation Y in Aberdeen</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/398</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has revealed an exciting line-up of speakers who will address young... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK welcomes AAIB's initial report on fatal North Sea helicopter accident</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/396</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the publication of the AAIB's initial report on the fatal helicopter accident on... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Creates Task Group in Response to Fatal Helicopter Accident</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the leading representative body for the UK's offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Announces New Co-Chair</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is delighted to announce the appointment of John Gallagher,Shell'sVice President Technical... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK comment on Bond helicopter crash</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/393</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, on behalf of Oil &amp; Gas UK, expresses his shock and sadness at... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Conference Offers Suppliers Heads Up on New Decommissioning Business</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/392</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over one hundred and fifty delegates will have the opportunity to improve their grasp of... ]]></description>
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<title>New supply chain initiative helps industry overcome economic challenges</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/391</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In an effort to ease business relationships in the current economic climate and help companies... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK comment on personal locator beacons</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/390</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the investigation into the helicopter ditching on 18 February, we have been made aware... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK and Step Change in Safety confirm continued industry focus on offshore safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/389</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ At the Step Change in Safety leadership day on 19 March, attended by over 80... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK to Give Evidence to Energy &#x26; Climate Change Committee Inquiry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/388</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/388</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb and Paul Dymond will give oral evidence on behalf of Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar Helps Industry Address Effects of Banking Crisis on Investment</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/387</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over one hundred delegates are expected at Oil &amp; Gas UK's forthcoming seminar on 'New... ]]></description>
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<title>APPOINTMENTS MADE AT OIL &#x26; GAS UK TO REPLACE HSE DIRECTOR</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/386</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Chris Allen is to leave Oil &amp; Gas UK at the end of April to... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK HELPS MOBILISE WELL ABANDONMENT TECHNOLOGIES WITH NEW STUDY HIGHLIGHTING £15 BILLION MARKET</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/385</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In a report published today (11 March 2009), Oil &amp; Gas UK highlights the £15... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK welcomes Employment Appeal Tribunal decision</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/384</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (09 March 2009), welcomed the Employment Appeal Tribunal's (EAT) confirmation... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK COMMENTS ON DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY AND TOURISM ROUND TABLE</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/383</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb gave evidence on behalf of Oil &amp; Gas UK at the Scottish Parliaments... ]]></description>
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<title>New Oil &#x26; Gas UK Guidelines Lift Shadow of NRB</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/382</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is introducing new guidelines setting out the principles and process to... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Gives Support to Sudden Trauma Information Service Helpline</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/381</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Scottish-based Sudden Trauma Information Service Helpline (STISH) has recently received a generous donation of... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comments on Rescue of Workers and Crew after Helicopter Ditching</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/380</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Chris Allen, Oil &amp; Gas UK's health, safety and environment director, said: "Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK PRESENTS SUITE OF MODEL AGREEMENTS TO IMPROVE INDUSTRY EFFICIENCY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/379</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK will today (16 February 2009) unveil a suite of model agreements... ]]></description>
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<title>BANKING CRISIS AND RECESSION PUT UK OIL AND GAS INVESTMENT AT RISK</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/378</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Urgent measures are needed to prevent the effects of the global recession combined with the... ]]></description>
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<title>COMMON DATA ACCESS AWARDS SEISMIC DATASTORE CONTRACT TO SCHLUMBERGER AHEAD OF AUGUST 2009 OPENING</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/377</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Process Safety Forum formed to encourage cross-industry best practice sharing and learning</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/376</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKPIA(1) and Oil &amp; Gas UK(2) announce that in conjunction with the Chemical Industries Association... ]]></description>
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<title>Common Data Access Welcomes New Chairperson</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/375</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Common Data Access Limited (CDA), which provides data management services to the UK oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK RESPONDS TO CHANCELLOR'S PRE-BUDGET REPORT</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/374</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to Chancellor Alistair Darling's Pre-Budget Report, Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive, Malcolm Webb,... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK AWARDS 2008 WINNERS ANNOUNCED</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/373</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK last night announced the winners of the prestigious Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK GUIDELINES FOR SAFER MOORING OF VESSELS UNDER SPOTLIGHT AT INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/371</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's recently published guidelines to promote safer mooring of Floating Production, Storage... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK WELCOMES ANNOUNCEMENT OF 25TH LICENSING ROUND</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/372</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the announcement from the Department for Energy and Climate Change... ]]></description>
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<title>PILOT SHARE FAIR 10 ATTRACTS RECORD ATTENDANCE LEVELS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/370</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/370</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A record breaking 700 delegates from across the UK and overseas attended this year's PILOT... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK DEMOGRAPHICS REPORT CONFIRMS HEALTHY AGE PROFILE FOR THE OFFSHORE INDUSTRY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/368</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UKs second demographic report continues to provide a much more optimistic picture... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK COMMENTS ON OIL FIRMS’ THIRD QUARTER RESULTS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/369</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ OIL &amp; GAS UK COMMENTS ON OIL FIRMS THIRD QUARTER RESULTS Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp;... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK RESPONSE TO AAIB REPORT INTO FATAL MORECAMBE BAY HELICOPTER ACCIDENT</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/367</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/367</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Air Accident Investigation Board (AAIB) report into the SA365N helicopter accident on 27 December... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK BREAKFAST BRIEFING PUTS SPOTLIGHT ON UK SUBSEA TECHNOLOGY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/366</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/366</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over three hundred delegates are expected to attend Oil &amp; Gas UK's forthcoming breakfast briefing... ]]></description>
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<title>WORKFORCE VIEWS SOUGHT AT SAFETY EVENTS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/365</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/365</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety, the UK offshore oil and gas industry's flagship safety initiative, is... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK WELCOMES NEWLY CREATED DEPARMENT FOR ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/364</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/364</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ 3 September 2008 Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive, said: "Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK publishes new guidelines for the management of electrical operations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/363</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/363</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is today launching a new set of guidelines for the management... ]]></description>
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<title>PILOT SHARE FAIR ANNOUNCES FULL LINE UP OF PRESENTERS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/362</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/362</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An impressive line up of presenters has now been confirmed for the tenth annual PILOT... ]]></description>
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<title>John Hutton to speak at Oil &#x26; Gas UK’s first ever supply chain conference</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/361</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An impressive line up of speakers, headed by the Rt Hon John Hutton MP, Secretary... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK STATEMENT ON GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY MEASURES</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/359</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/359</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the Government's energy efficiency package announced today, Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive,... ]]></description>
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<title>GUIDELINES PUBLISHED TO AID ACCESS TO INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENCOURAGE NEW OIL AND GAS DEVELOPMENTS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/360</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/360</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has published guidance notes to improve compliance with the Infrastructure Code... ]]></description>
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<title>BOOSTING INVESTMENT IN UK OIL AND GAS WILL AID SMOOTH TRANSITION TO SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FUTURE</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/358</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive, Malcolm Webb, today (9 September 2008) revealed to delegates... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK WELCOMES SHADOW SECRETARY OF STATE FOR BUSINESS TO ABERDEEN</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/357</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/357</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Representatives of Oil &amp; Gas UK member companies welcomed Alan Duncan MP, the Shadow Secretary... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK BREAKFAST BRIEFING PUTS SPOTLIGHT ON BRITAIN’S GAS SUPPLY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/356</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/356</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over a hundred delegates are expected to attend Oil &amp; Gas UK's forthcoming breakfast briefing... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK SEMINAR FOCUSES ON APPETITE FOR ASSET TRANSFER TO MAXIMISE OIL AND GAS RECOVERY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/354</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/354</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over one hundred delegates are expected at Oil &amp; Gas UK's forthcoming Asset Trading seminar... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Response to Calls for Windfall Tax on Energy Companies</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/355</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/355</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to calls for a windfall tax to be levied on energy companies, Malcolm Webb,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK responds to HSE's offshore safety statistics bulletin 2007/8</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/352</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Issued by Oil &amp; Gas UK 13 August 2008 In response to the HSE's offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK addresses importance of the UK oil and gas supply chain in its biggest events of 2008</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Up to 1,000 delegates from the oil and gas industry will be attending the annual... ]]></description>
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<title>STEP CHANGE IN SAFETY INTRODUCES NEW COMMON SAFETY STANDARDS FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/351</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry's flagship safety initiative Step Change in Safety is... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK shocked and saddened by the death of Graham Tran</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/350</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is shocked and saddened by the news of the death of... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK UPDATES GUIDELINES FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND SURVEY OF EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND RESCUE VESSELS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/348</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK in association with the Emergency Response &amp; Rescue Vessel Association (ERRVA)... ]]></description>
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<title>CDA TENDERS SERVICES FOR A SHARED STORE OF DIGITAL SEISMIC DATA TO BOOST UK OIL AND GAS EXPLORATION</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/349</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Common Data Access (CDA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oil &amp; Gas UK, is looking for... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK 2008 Economic Report Reinforces Importance of Maximising Recovery of UK Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/347</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's 2008 economic report highlights buoyant exploration and production activity on the... ]]></description>
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<title>Piper Alpha 20th Anniversary</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/346</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Members of staff at Oil &amp; Gas UK, including chief executive Malcolm Webb, will be... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK AND ITF PROMOTE EFFICIENT MARKET PLACE FOR DECOMMISSIONING SERVICES</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/345</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Events held by Oil &amp; Gas UK and Industry Technology Facilitator (ITF) this week in... ]]></description>
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<title>EFFECTIVE CORROSION MANAGEMENT VITAL TO OFFSHORE SAFETY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/344</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is holding a master class on corrosion management on 18 June... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK AWARDS RECOGNISE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS OF INDUSTRY’S SUPPLY CHAIN</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/343</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The search is now officially on for nominations to compete in this years prestigious Oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK briefs on safety lessons learned since Piper Alpha</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/342</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the oil and gas industrys safety performance, Chris Allen, health, safety, social and... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK MEETS PRIME MINISTER TO DISCUSS BOOSTING INVESTMENT IN UK OIL AND GAS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/341</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Prime Minister Gordon Brown and the Chancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling met members of... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK AND ITF JOIN FORCES TO SHARPEN FOCUS ON DEMANDS OF DECOMMISSIONING</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/340</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and the Industry Technology Facilitator (ITF) are joining forces at two... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO DISCUSS WAY FORWARD IN OFFSHORE SAFETY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/339</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ More than seventy oil and gas company managing directors and senior leaders will come together... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK WORKSHOP AIMS TO SIMPLIFY COMMERCIAL ARRANGEMENTS BETWEEN COMPANIES</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/338</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK's first supply chain code of practice workshop, taking place on 29... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK AND CDA TAKE MAJOR STEPS FORWARD IN BOOSTING EXPLORATION FOR UK OIL AND GAS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/337</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Revised guidelines for the release of seismic data have been published on the Oil &amp;... ]]></description>
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<title>INDUSTRY AND GOVERNMENT COLLABORATE TO ENCOURAGE NEW FACES TO ENTER UK OIL AND GAS BASIN</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/336</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over 400 delegates attending Oil &amp; Gas UK's spring breakfast briefing sponsored by The Royal... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Statement on Oil Company Profits</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/335</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The first-quarter profits posted today by Shell and BP can be largely attributed to the... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO BROKER AGREEMENT TO KEEP FORTIES PIPELINE OPEN DURING GRANGEMOUTH DISPUTE</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/334</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Only a minor extension to the existing agreement between Unite and Ineos to keep the... ]]></description>
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<title>GOVERNMENT INTERVENTION NOW NEEDED TO KEEP FORTIES PIPELINE OPEN</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/331</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With only hours to go before the Forties Pipeline System begins to shut down, it... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK DEPLORES INTERRUPTION TO NORTH SEA PRODUCTION AND CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO BROKER AGREEMENT TO ALLAY NORTH SEA FEARS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/332</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK deplores the interruption of North Sea oil and gas production and... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK CALLS FOR KINNEIL TO BE RELEASED FROM GRIP OF GRANGEMOUTH DISPUTE</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/330</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ As the Grangemouth dispute threatens to significantly affect oil and gas production in the central... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Supports Secretary of State Call to Resolve Grangemouth Dispute</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/329</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK strongly supports John Hutton's call for Ineos and Unite, the parties... ]]></description>
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<title>Young Oil &#x26; Gas Industry Professionals Make Their Views Heard at Aberdeen Conference</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/328</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over 200 young oil and gas professionals, all in the first ten years of their... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Statement Regarding Grangemouth Dispute</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/327</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the potential strike action at Grangemouth refinery, Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Launches New Risk-based Medical Guidelines Aiming to Keep More People in Employment</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/326</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today (22 April 2008) publishes its revised medical guidelines which set... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Announces Appointment of New Co-Chairs</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/325</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Bob Keiller, chief executive officer for PSN, and Archie Kennedy, managing director of ConocoPhillips (UK)... ]]></description>
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<title>STEP CHANGE IN SAFETY LEADS THE WAY WITH UNIQUE SAFETY SHARING EVENT</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/324</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/324</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Revolutionising safety sharing in the oil and gas industry, Step Change in Safety is holding... ]]></description>
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<title>NEW INDUSTRY WORKSHOP SET TO IMPROVE ASSET INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/323</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/323</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety is today, 14 April 2008, launching a unique industry workshop intended... ]]></description>
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<title>Win Last Two Tickets to Attend Next Generation Conference</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/322</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/322</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, together with support from Maersk Oil, have launched a competition to... ]]></description>
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<title>OIL &#x26; GAS UK CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO BROKER AGREEMENT TO KEEP FORTIES PIPELINE OPEN DURING GRANGEMOUTH DISPUTE (Apr 08)</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/333</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/333</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Only a minor extension to the existing agreement between Unite and Ineos to keep the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Confirms Line Up for Next Generation Conference</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/321</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An impressive line-up of speakers has now been confirmed for Oil &amp; Gas UK's first... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Anticipated Amendments Regarding Decommissioning and Petroleum Revenue Tax</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/320</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to today's Budget statement, Oil &amp; Gas UK, the representative organisation for the UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Step Change in Safety workshop addresses role and influence of the chief engineer in offshore safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/319</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/319</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A new Step Change in Safety workshop, taking place on Wednesday, 5 March at the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Forecasts Continuing Strong Investment but Warns of Declining Capital Efficiency</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/318</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/318</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the leading representative organisation for the UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Highlights the Importance of European Oil and Gas Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/317</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Oil &amp; Gas UK's chief executive, today (22 February, 2008) highlighted the vital... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Working Time Tribunal Decision</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/316</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK today thanked the Aberdeen employment tribunal for its ruling on the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Announcement of 25th Offshore Oil and Gas Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/315</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/315</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the leading representative organisation for the UK's offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK shares corporate memory of Piper Alpha with young technicians</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/314</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/314</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK, the leading representative organisation for the UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Passing the Baton to the Next Generation</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/313</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/313</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The first ever interactive conference specifically tailored for young people in the oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK seminar aims to untangle environmental regulation</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/312</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/312</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry is subject to a wide range of environmental regulation.... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Enhances Supply Chain Engagement in East of England</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/311</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/311</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Industry leaders met in Norwich today to discuss working together to ensure a sustainable future... ]]></description>
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<title>Step Change in safety event underlines commitment to safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/310</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/310</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ More than seventy oil and gas company managing directors and senior leaders will come together... ]]></description>
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<title>New sharing website kicks off industry-wide asset integrity programme</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/308</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/308</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Step Change in Safety is today (10 January 2008) launching its 2008 programme to improve... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Comment on the publication of the Government’s Energy Bill</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/309</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/309</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ At first glance, the Energy Bill appears to incorporate changes to legislation that have been... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK's response to OILC's statement on lifeboats on offshore installations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/307</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/307</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Chris Allen, HSSE director with Oil &amp; Gas UK, said: "We are obviously aware that... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Welcomes Treasury Proposals as a Step in the Right Direction</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/306</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/306</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK welcomes the publication of the Treasury's consultation document on the future... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK launches new joint operating agreement at industry seminar</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/305</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/305</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is to launch the new industry standard Joint Operating Agreement (JOA)... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards 2007 Winners Announced</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/303</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/303</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK last night announced the winners of the prestigious Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>New Oil and Gas Academy Welcomed by Scottish First Minister and UK Energy Minister</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/302</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/302</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry today announced the creation of a new nation-wide, employer-led... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Response to HSE Report</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/300</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the publication of the HSEs KP3 report, Malcolm Webb, chief executive of Oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Unique pan-industry initiative set to streamline processes in the oil and gas industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/301</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UKs supply chain forum is today (20 November 2007) launching three new... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Awards 2007 Finalists Announced</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/299</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has announced the finalists for this year's prestigious Oil &amp; Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>UK OFFSHORE HELICOPTER OPERATIONS SAFEST IN THE WORLD</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/298</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK has published an updated report reviewing the safety record of offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>PILOT Share Fair 9 Announces Full Line Up of Presenters</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/297</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An impressive line up of presenters has now been confirmed for the ninth annual PILOT... ]]></description>
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<title>Chevron Chief appointed new co-chair of Step Change in Safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/296</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Rick Cohagan, managing director of Chevron Upstream Europe, has been appointed new co-chair of Step... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Response to OILC/RMT Statement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/295</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ There are important legal, safety and security reasons as to why an operator must retain... ]]></description>
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<title>New Agreement Set to Harmonise Safety Standards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/294</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The chief executives of four national oil and gas associations will tomorrow (10 October 2007)... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Seeks Certainty on Application of Working Time Offshore</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/293</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry will present its case over the coming weeks at... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Launches New Decommissioning Agreement at Industry Seminar</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/292</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK is to launch the Decommissioning Cost Provision Deed (DCPD) at an... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK and EEEGR Join Forces to Address the Challenges Faced in the Southern Gas Basin</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/291</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil &amp; Gas UK and the East of England Energy Group (EEEGR) met today to... ]]></description>
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<title>New Trust is Launched to Help Keep Fishermen Safe</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/290</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A new trust company has been launched today by the oil and gas and fishing... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Launches Search for North Sea Talent!</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/289</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The search is now officially on for nominations to compete in this year's prestigious Oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Responds to OCA's Announcement of Agreement on Offshore Holiday Entitlement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/288</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In response to today's announcement that the Offshore Contractors' Association (OCA) has reached agreement with... ]]></description>
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<title>Government Consultations Must Deliver Fiscal and Regulatory Reform to Meet the Energy Challenge</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/287</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ On publication of its 2007 Economic Report, Oil &amp; Gas UK said it was encouraged... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Response to Government Re-shuffle</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/286</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to today's announcement that the Rt Hon John Hutton, the Secretary of State for... ]]></description>
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<title>Sale of Shell's Northern North Sea Assets</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/285</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the announcement by Shell UK Limited today that it intends, along with Esso... ]]></description>
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<title>Continuing Gas Price Uncertainty Spells Major Challenge for Investors in Developing New Reserves</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/284</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A report commissioned by Oil &amp; Gas UK into the future evolution of the UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar Highlights the Need to Translate Safety Lessons into Action</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/283</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The importance of keeping a close eye on process safety and translating into action the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar Highlights Need for Highly Skilled People to Sustain Subsea Technology Innovation</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/282</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The first of Oil &amp; Gas UK's new seminar series today (May 31, 2007) highlighted... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Seminar Highlights Subsea Challanges</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/281</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Date:&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160; Thursday, 31 May 2007 Time:&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160; 9.00am - 1.30pm Venue:&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160; Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference&#160;&#160; Centre,... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Response to Energy White Paper</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/280</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to todays publication of the Energy White Paper, Oil &amp; Gas UK, the pan-industry... ]]></description>
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<title>Report Explodes Myth of Ageing Oil &#x26; Gas Offshore Workforce</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/279</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Research carried out by Oil &amp; Gas UK has exploded the commonly held belief that... ]]></description>
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<title>New Representative Body Creates Stronger Voice for UK Offshore Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/277</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The launch of Oil &amp; Gas UK, &#160;the new representative body with membership open to... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Hosts 70 in Brussels Parliament Debate</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/278</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA Chief Executive, Malcolm Webb, on Wednesday, 28 March hosted a dinner-debate in the Brussels... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Appoints New Communications Director</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/276</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Treasury Accused of Turning Blind Eye to UK Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/275</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to today's Budget statement, the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry in Spotlight for Prime Minister and First Minister Visit to Aberdeen</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/274</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Business leaders welcomed Prime Minister Tony Blair and First Minister Jack McConnell to Aberdeen today... ]]></description>
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<title>Marine Bill White Paper – Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Response</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/273</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for offshore oil and gas producers,... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil &#x26; Gas UK Publishes Offshore Environmental Health Guidelines</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/272</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ New guidelines which set out environmental health standards for living conditions on UK offshore oil... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Activity Report Prompts Questions about North Sea Competitiveness</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/271</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for UK oil and gas producers,... ]]></description>
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<title>Statement:  24th Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/270</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA welcomes the DTIs announcement today of awards in the 24th Licensing Round for North... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Industry Associations Drop Appeal  to Hasten Holiday Entitlement Ruling</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/269</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK North Sea oil and gas industry Trade Associations will not seek leave to lodge... ]]></description>
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<title>Morcambe Bay Helicopter Crash</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/268</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/268</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 28 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA expresses deep regret and sadness at the tragic helicopter crash in Morecambe Bay and... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Producers Plan Ahead for Pandemic Flu</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/267</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for UK oil and gas producers,... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Removal of PRT on Recommissioned Fields</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/266</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ While it has yet to study the detail of today's Pre Budget Report, the UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Survey Points to Growth of UK Oil and Gas Supply Chain</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/265</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A new survey reveals a strong and expanding UK oil and gas industry supply sector... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Considers Next Steps in Working Time Case</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/264</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Judgement of the Employment Appeal Tribunal hearing in Edinburgh on the jurisdiction of Working Time... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to Government Energy Reshuffle</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/263</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/263</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for Britain's oil and gas producers,&#160;argued... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA ANNOUNCES 2006 OIL AND GAS AWARDS WINNERS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/262</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/262</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry celebrates the talent to be found in its workforce... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Calls for Radical Review of Britain's Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/261</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/261</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, Chief Executive of the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), told delegates at the... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Share Fair Attracts Record Numbers</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/260</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/260</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over 600 visitors have signed up for the annual PILOT Share Fair at the Aberdeen... ]]></description>
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<title>Statement - Divers' Strike</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/259</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/259</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA is disappointed that the divers have today (October 31) rejected the latest substantial pay... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Confirms Final Oil And Gas Conference Line Up</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/257</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/257</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An impressive line-up of speakers has now been confirmed for UKOOA's first Oil and Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Oil and Gas Conference - Journalists Register Free Online!</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/258</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/258</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ There is still time for journalists to register on-line for the UKOOA Oil and Gas... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Drills 10,000th Well</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/256</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/256</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A milestone in the history of the UK's offshore oil and gas industry has been... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Oil and Gas Awards 2006 Finalists Announced</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/255</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/255</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has announced the finalists for this years prestigious UKOOA... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement: Potential Strike Action by North Sea</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/251</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/251</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to RMT's announcement today that North Sea divers have rejected the current pay offer,... ]]></description>
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<title>Collaboration Key to UK Subsea Expansion in World Markets</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/252</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/252</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Collaboration will be the key to expanding the UK's already dominant presence in the worlds... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement on HSE Safety Statistics</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/253</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/253</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ "The 2005/6 safety statistics released today confirm the unpalatable fact that two people lost their... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Calls on Minister to Remove Working Time Risk from Offshore Oil and Gas Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/254</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/254</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Offshore employers confirm they will continue to appeal tribunal decision to protect industrys future Companies... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Launches Search for North Sea Pearls!</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/249</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/249</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The search is now officially on for nominations to compete in this year's prestigious UKOOA... ]]></description>
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<title>Darling and Botts Head Line Up for First UKOOA Oil and Gas Conference</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/247</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/247</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Rt Hon Alistair Darling MP, the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, and... ]]></description>
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<title>Guidelines Launched to Improve Relations Between Oil and Gas Industry and Near-Shore Fishermen</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/248</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), working with the Scottish Fishermens Federation (SFF) and the... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Investment Sustained in 2005 but Rapid Cost Inflation and Exploration Slowdown Raise Concern</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/246</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Total investment in UK offshore oil and gas exploration, new field development and operations continued... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil And Gas Industry Will Learn From Brent Bravo Fatalities, says UKOOA</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/245</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following today's determination of the fatal accident inquiry into the deaths of two workers three... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Encouraged by Government's Energy Review Statement but Calls for Stability to Encourage Future Investment</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/244</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for UK oil and gas producers,... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Chief Executive Emphasises Importance of the Energy Review for Future Generations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/243</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Speaking after a business breakfast meeting organised in London today by the UK Offshore Operators... ]]></description>
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<title>Increased Tax and Rising Costs Threaten Goal of Maximising Recovery of UK Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/242</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Malcolm Webb, chief executive of the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), and Mike Tholen, UKOOA's... ]]></description>
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<title>INCREASED OIL AND GAS SPENDING BOOSTS NORTH SEA JOBS NUMBERS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/241</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The number of jobs in the UK sustained by the offshore oil and gas industry... ]]></description>
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<title>NETWORK CODE MODIFICATION: A REGULATORY REFINEMENT WITH NEGLIGIBLE BENEFIT, SAY PRODUCERS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/240</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for UK oil and gas producers,... ]]></description>
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<title>TRADE BODY UNDERLINES CONTINUING IMPORTANCE OF OIL AND GAS AND CALLS FOR SECRETARY OF STATE FOR ENERGY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/239</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the trade association which represents UK oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to Budget 2006</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/237</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for oil and gas production companies... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement on Budget Changes to the Oil Taxation Pricing Rules</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/238</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/238</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry, including the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), has been... ]]></description>
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<title>Buoyant North Sea Masks Concern Over Long Term Future of UK Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/236</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Total spend in the UK offshore oil and gas sector is expected to climb to... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Urges Informed Debate on North Sea Oil and Gas In Energy Review</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/235</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The launch today of the public consultation on the Governments review of energy policy was... ]]></description>
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<title>UK OIL AND GAS PRODUCERS RESPOND TO PRE-BUDGET REPORT</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/234</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for oil and gas producers in... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Producers Welcome Energy Policy Review but Trust the Chancellor will not Prejudge the Outcome</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/233</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/233</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) welcomes the governments announcement today of the Energy Policy... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Benefits as North Sea Investment and Activity Soar</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/232</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Increasing investment in UK oil and gas production has seen offshore exploration and development soar... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Promote Success</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/230</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the Energy Minister's statement today on the success of the "Promote" licensing initiative,... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Warns That Tax Hit Would Prompt North Sea Exodus</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/231</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Any change to the North Sea tax regime would risk an exodus of investment, equipment... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA ADDS STRING OF INDEPENDENTS TO MEMBERSHIP</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/229</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Three of the North Sea's most innovative and ambitious independent oil and gas exploration and... ]]></description>
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<title>Don't Overlook Significance of UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry, Says UKOOA Chief Executive</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/228</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With crude oil and natural gas prices continuing to dominate the headlines amid calls for... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to Employment Minister's Speech at the TUC</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/226</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA welcomes the Employment Minister's comments at the TUC. UKOOA has always believed that the... ]]></description>
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<title>INDUSTRY FOCUS SET FIRMLY ON ACHIEVING HEALTH AND SAFETY TARGETS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/225</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/225</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to comments made today by Taf Powell, head of HSE's Offshore Division, at the... ]]></description>
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<title>“HIGHLY ATTRACTIVE ROUND” GIVES BOOST TO UKCS FUTURE</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/224</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/224</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming today's record licence awards in the 23rd Licensing Round, UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA),... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Employers Challenge Tribunal Decision</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/223</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/223</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Industry hopes that issues can be resolved in discussions Companies in the UK offshore oil... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Gema’s Deferral of Decision to Publish Near Real Time Data at UK Sub-Terminals</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/221</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/221</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA welcomes the deferral by the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority (GEMA) of its decision... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement Regarding the Working Time Jurisdiction Ruling</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/222</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/222</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chairman of the Employment Tribunal which took place in Aberdeen on the 16 May... ]]></description>
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<title>Maximising the Recovery of UK Oil and Gas is a Vital National Goal</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/220</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/220</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK will become increasingly reliant on oil and gas to meet its primary energy... ]]></description>
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<title>Gas Market Information: UKOOA Welcomes Completion in July of Two Year Improvement Programme</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/219</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/219</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Friday 1st July is due to see the completion of a two year programme of... ]]></description>
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<title>CARBON STORAGE UNDER NORTH SEA FEASIBLE BUT HUGELY CHALLENGING ON COST AND OTHER FACTORS, SAYS OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY BODY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/217</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/217</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to today's publication of the Department of Trade and Industry's "Strategy for Developing Carbon... ]]></description>
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<title>NORTH SEA BIDS RECORD IS VOTE OF CONFIDENCE FOR UK OIL AND GAS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/218</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/218</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The record number of applications for blocks in the UK offshore Oil and Gas 23rd... ]]></description>
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<title>£5 Million North Sea Safety Upgrade Pioneers Flight Tracking Technology Offshore</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/215</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/215</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The risk of "near misses" involving helicopters travelling offshore to oil and gas installations and... ]]></description>
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<title>Energy Breakfast Probes Local Politicians for Views on UK Oil and Gas Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/216</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Representatives of the four main political parties will take part as panellists in next weeks... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to UK Norwary Treaty Signing</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/214</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/214</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) welcomes todays formal signing of the Treaty between the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Gas Producers Welcome Exoneration in Gas Price Inquiry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/213</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/213</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for oil and gas production companies... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Budget Response (March 2005)</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/212</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/212</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the Chancellors announcement today that he intends to align more closely the payments... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Announcement of 23rd Offshore Oil and Gas Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/211</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/211</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcoming todays announcement of the 23rd Offshore Oil and Gas Licensing Round, the UK Offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces New President</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/210</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/210</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Ian Hewitt, Vice President - UK Upstream at BG Group plc, is to take over... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to the Aberdeen &#x26; Grampian Chamber Oil and Gas Survey </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/209</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/209</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce today published its latest survey of the oil... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to AAIB Report into Fatal North Sea Helicopter Accident</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/208</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/208</guid>
<pubDate>Sun, 27 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A copy of the Air Accident Investigation Board (AAIB) report into the S76 helicopter accident... ]]></description>
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<title>Perenco Swells UKOOA's Growing Ranks</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/207</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/207</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Perenco, one of the new wave of independent North Sea oil and gas operators, has... ]]></description>
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<title>Southern Gas Sector’s Future Depends on Actions of Industry and Government</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/206</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/206</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ East Anglia will remain a key hub for UK gas for many years to come,... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Invests to Check Production Decline</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/205</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/205</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Efforts to check the decline in UK oil and gas production appear to be paying... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to WWF Marine Health Check 2005</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/204</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/204</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association issued the following statement in response to WWFs Marine Health... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces 2005 President and Board Members</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/203</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/203</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces Winner of Pearl Award 2004</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/202</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/202</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Jonathan "Jono" White, a 28 year-old engineer with Talisman Energy (UK) Limited, was announced the... ]]></description>
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<title>Chancellor’s Pre-Budget Report Statement -  2 December 2004</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/201</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/201</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Response from the UK Offshore Operators Association, the industry organisation representing UK oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Steady Hand Required to Keep North Sea Renewal on Even Keel</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/200</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/200</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ North Sea oil and gas activity has seen a notable turn-around over the past twelve... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce Survey and Rising Optimism</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/199</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/199</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for oil and gas producers in... ]]></description>
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<title>Market Deregulation on Continent No Guarantee for Cheaper UK Gas  </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/198</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/198</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil price likely to remain key driver behind gas prices Deregulation of continental energy markets... ]]></description>
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<title>Amicus Tax Plan is Recipe for North Sea Decline</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/197</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/197</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to calls by the trade union Amicus for Treasury to impose a tax on... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Regrets Ofgem’s Failure to Conclude Report into Wholesale Gas Prices</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/196</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/196</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), which represents 30 oil and gas producers in the... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Successful 22nd Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/195</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/195</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for oil and gas producers in... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement on the Appointment of Michael O'Brien as New Energy Minister</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/194</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/194</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to this afternoons announcement that Michael OBrien is to replace Stephen Timms as Energy... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement on Wholesale Gas Prices</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/193</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to calls by major energy user groups for an investigation into the sharp rise... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to Provisional Offshore Safety Statistics</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/192</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA ENCOURAGED BY DOWNWARD TREND IN OFFSHORE INJURIES BUT PLEDGES COMMITMENT TO FURTHER SAFETY IMPROVEMENT... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Launches Economic Report 2004</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/191</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ North Sea sees Renewed Activity as Investment, Exploration and Development Picks Up The offshore oil... ]]></description>
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<title>PRODUCERS INVEST TO SUPPORT UK SECURITY OF GAS SUPPLY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/190</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the House of Lords European Union Committee's report, Gas: Liberalised Markets and Security... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA WELCOMES HEIGHTENED INTEREST IN OIL AND GAS EXPLORATION LICENSES</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/189</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Increase in offshore applications is good news for the UK continental shelf The UK Offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>OFGEM INVESTIGATION INTO WHOLESALE GAS PRICES FAILS TO ACKNOWLEDGE IMPROVEMENTS IN INFORMATION FLOW</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/188</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to Ofgem's statement on Friday, 28 May regarding its investigation into wholesale gas price... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Consults on the Industry Code of Practice on Access to Infrastructure</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/187</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) is consulting stakeholders in the oil and gas industry... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to BP's Announcement of New Search, Rescue and Recovery Procedures for the North Sea</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/186</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/186</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to BP's announcement today (12 May 2004) that it is to implement a new... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement: Ofgem Consultation on Access to Offshore Information</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/185</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Energy regulator Ofgem has announced today that it will consult on whether to introduce a... ]]></description>
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<title>Response by the UK Offshore Operators' Association to Budget 2004</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/184</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for offshore oil and gas producers... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Announcement of 22nd Offshore Oil and Gas Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/183</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for oil and gas producers in... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement  Regarding HSE Safety Statistics</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/182</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Safety statistics released today (24 February 2004) by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA CONFIRMS NEW FISCAL AND GAS APPOINTMENTS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/181</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the trade body representing offshore oil and gas producers... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA's response to Frontier Licence</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/180</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA WELCOMES ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEW FRONTIER LICENCE 6 February 2004 UKOOA welcomes the announcement of... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Appoints HSSE Director</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/179</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA today announces the appointment of Chris Allen as Health, Safety, Social and Environment (HSSE)... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry sees Potential for “Irreparable Damage” by Draft Emissions Trading Scheme Allocations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/178</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Calls for urgent meeting with government The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the trade body... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Exploration Expenditure Supplement but says Government Must Keep Eye Firmly On The Bigger Picture </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/177</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association welcomes todays details provided by Treasury on how the Exploration... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Investment Holds Strong Despite Fresh Challenges to Competitiveness</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/176</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Despite rising investment, mounting unit costs and declining production volumes mean that UK offshore oil... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA announces 2004 President and Board Members</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/175</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Oil and Gas Companies’ Response to Chancellor’s Pre-Budget Statement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/174</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ 10 December 2003 North Sea Oil and Gas Companies Response to Chancellors Pre-Budget Statement UKOOA,... ]]></description>
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<title>Changing North Sea requires Shetland to adjust Skills and Services</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/173</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Highlights from Speech to be given at the 2003 Shetland Conference Service Hub for the... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA  Appoints Malcolm Webb as Chief Executive</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/172</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for offshore oil and gas exploration... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Responds to Ofgem Statement on gas prices</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/171</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association notes Ofgems statement on gas prices. Mike Tholen, UKOOAs Economic... ]]></description>
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<title>Investment critical to future UK Security of Gas Supply,  Claims UK Offshore Operators’ Association Paper</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/170</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Having enjoyed unprecedented security of oil and gas supply for the last 20 years, Britains... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA finds Pearl in the North Sea!</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/169</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/169</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ THE WINNER of the UK Offshore Operators Associations Pearl Award was announced at the organisations... ]]></description>
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<title>APACHE JOINS UKOOA RANKS</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/167</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Apache North Sea Limited, which first entered the North Sea in April this year with... ]]></description>
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<title>BRENT BRAVO – UKOOA SAYS LESSONS WILL BE LEARNED</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/166</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association today expressed its deepest sympathy for the families, friends and... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA SEARCHES FOR A UKCS PEARL TO CELEBRATE 30TH ANNIVERSARY</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/165</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The search is on to find the UK oil and gas industrys most promising young... ]]></description>
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<title>Check Against Delivery: Opening address from Bruce Dingwall - Offshore Europe 2003</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/164</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/164</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Good morning Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Scotland, welcome to Aberdeen and welcome to Offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>John Prescott Launches more Opportunities</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/163</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ DEPUTY PRIME Minister, John Prescott, officially launched the second year of the oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Appoints New Economics and Commercial Director</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/161</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) is delighted to announce that it has appointed Mike... ]]></description>
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<title>UK’s Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Implements the Working Time Directive Today</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/162</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry has confirmed that it complies with the Working... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement on 21st Licensing Round Awards</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/160</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA has welcomed the awards made in the 21st licensing round today. Steve Harris, Acting... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes New Entrant</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/159</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Paladin Resources plc, one of the new wave of independent North Sea oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Appoints Operations Director</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/158</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/158</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) is delighted to announce that it has appointed Paul... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Statement: Working Time (Amendment) Regulations 2003</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/157</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/157</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry issued the following statement in response to the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Statement: Working Time Directive </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/156</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry will comply with the amended European Working Time Directive... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Industry Rolls Out Drugs Awareness Campaign</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/155</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/155</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ This week marks the beginning of the roll out of a three month safety campaign... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Appoints Acting Director General </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/153</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ James May, Director General at the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) for the past six... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Aberdeen Director Announces Intention to Step Down</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/154</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/154</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ John Wils, Aberdeen Director of the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), has announced his intention... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Publishes Revised Guidelines for Managing Offshore Helidecks</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/152</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/152</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has significantly revised its joint industry guidelines for the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Budget Response</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/151</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/151</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Responding to the Chancellor of the Exchequers Budget statement, Steve Harris, communications director at the... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Industry Targets Competitiveness in Drive for Investment </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/150</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Sustaining UKCS activity for the next 40 years The UK offshore oil and gas industry... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces Restructuring to Create New Shape for the Future</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/148</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/148</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has announced the outcome of its change management project... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Director General, James May, Announces Intention to Step Down</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/149</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/149</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ James May, Director General of the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), has announced his intention... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Response to Energy White Paper</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/147</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/147</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for oil and gas exploration and... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA President champions change to allow North Sea Independents to flourish</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/146</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/146</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas sector needs to change significantly if the new breed of... ]]></description>
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<title>Revised Offshore Safety Guidelines Hailed as “Models of Best Practice” </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/145</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/145</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Two newly revised and updated guidelines on CD-Rom designed to improve safety on offshore vessels... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces Executive Officers for 2003</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/144</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/144</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>New Publication Celebrates Britain’s Offshore Oil and Gas </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/143</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ New edition of popular guide to one of UKs most precious natural resources The story... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Industry Relief at Removal Of Royalty Uncertainty </title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/142</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/142</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry is relieved that the uncertainty over the abolition of... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Survey Reveals Challenges Ahead for UK Offshore Oil and Gas</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/141</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/141</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With just half of Britains estimated oil and gas reserves recovered, initial indications from a... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Response to DTI Energy Policy Review</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/140</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/140</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for oil and gas exploration and... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Helicopter Crash</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/138</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/138</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA expresses its sadness and regret at the tragic helicopter crash last night and our... ]]></description>
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<title>Continuing Uncertainty Over Royalty Abolition puts Investment in North Sea at Risk - UKOOA Statement Response on Royalty Abolition</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/137</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The continuing uncertainty created by the Governments unwillingness to nominate a prospective date for the... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Survey Reveals Tax Hit on North Sea Exploration</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Oil and gas exploration on the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) will suffer as a direct... ]]></description>
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<title>New Entrants will By-Pass North Sea as Impact of Tax Change Bites</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ First-time investors considering investment opportunities in UK offshore oil and gas fields are likely to... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Budget Proposal Will Hit Oil and Gas Investments</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for 30 exploration and production companies... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA publishes FPSO Design Guidelines</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association has published a set of guidelines for the design of... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to the Budget Statement</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry is surprised and concerned at the decision to... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Sector Sustains Recovery in 2001</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas sector continues to build on the recovery started in late... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Industry Concludes £6 Million Drill Cuttings Research Programme</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The conclusions of a &#163;6 million research programme funded by the UK offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes PIU Energy Review</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/129</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for UK oil and gas exploration... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil Industry Commits £8 Million To New North Sea Technology</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/128</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A total of &#163;8 million was committed by oil and gas companies in 2001 towards... ]]></description>
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<title>Training Scheme Takes Earth-y Approach to Teaching Skills</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/127</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Secondary school teachers across England and Wales looking for inspiration on how to explain erupting... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response: 20th Licensing Round Announcement</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jan 2002 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ James May, director general of UKOOA, the representative body for the UK's offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces Executive Officers for 2002</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA has announced the names of the twelve senior industry managers who will form its... ]]></description>
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<title>Conference Reveals Marine Life Secrets of Scotland’s Atlantic Margin</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/124</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A conference in Edinburgh tomorrow (4 December) will hear that studies of the marine environment... ]]></description>
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<title>Aberdeen Foyer Gains Winnings from Environmental Award</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/123</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An Aberdeen charity that supports homeless young people in the North East of Scotland is... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Industry Work Group to Consider Working Time Directive</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/122</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Issued on behalf of The Offshore Industry Working Time Directive Work Group Organisations representing the... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA statement in response to HSE Offshore Statistics Bulletin 2000/2001</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/121</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In response to the publication of the Health &amp; Safety Executives (HSE) second annual offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Sector Appoints New Industry Leaders</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/120</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ On the 7th August, 2001, Tom Botts, the new managing director at Shell UK Exploration... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Industry Issues New Guidelines to Improve Cargo Handling Safety</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/119</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Increasing concern about the safe handling of goods and equipment destined for offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>19th Round Decision Opens Door for New Investment says UKOOA</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/118</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ James May, director general of the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for... ]]></description>
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<title>Ukooa responds to Secretary of State’s announcement on Beatrice Royalty Remission</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/116</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following todays announcement that the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry is to grant... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Offshore Operators Respond to Budget Statement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/115</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the Chancellors Budget statement this afternoon, the UK Offshore Operators Association, which represents 32... ]]></description>
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<title>Investment and Technology Key to Maximising Recovery of Britain’s Remaining Oil and Gas Reserves</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/114</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Higher oil prices significantly enhance Industrys contribution to the UK economy The sheer scale of... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA - Backed Initiative Brings Life to North Sea Exploration</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/113</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An initiative sponsored by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) to stimulate exploration activity on... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement in response to HSE Statistics on Hydrocarbon Releases</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/112</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) shares the Health and Safety Executives concern at the... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces Executive Officers for 2001</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/111</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) today announced the names of the twelve senior industry... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Pushes Ahead With Next Phase of Drill Cuttings Study</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/110</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK offshore oil and gas companies have pledged a further &#163;4.5 million to finance a... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Announces New Safety Appointment</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/109</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has appointed Bob Kyle to the newly created position... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil Industry Response To Chancellor's Autumn Statement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/108</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the Chancellors autumn statement this afternoon, the Industry Leadership Team (ILT) which represents oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Exploration LIFE - a LIFT Inspired Farm-in Event</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/107</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ LIFE is a UKOOA sponsored initiative designed to stimulate interest and to increase exploration activity... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Reports Environmental Progress</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/106</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A report published today (27 October) by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), representing companies... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to Energy Minister’s Statement on Habitats Directive Consultation and 19th Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/105</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/105</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Todays statement by the Energy Minister Helen Liddell regarding the launch of a three month... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas Operators Investment Plans for 2001</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/102</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UKs Oil and Gas Operators investment plans for 2001, released today by the Industry... ]]></description>
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<title>Survey Shows UK’s Oil and Gas Industry Plans Big Boost to Investment in Britain in 2001</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/103</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/103</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A UKOOA survey of the investment intentions of the UKs oil and gas operating companies... ]]></description>
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<title>UKCS Oil &#x26; Gas Production Set to Increase</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/104</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The increased investment levels forecast in the UKOOA survey released today mean that, contrary to... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to DTI Decommissioning Guidance Notes</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/101</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) welcomes the publication of guidance notes on the decommissioning... ]]></description>
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<title>New UKOOA Energy Breakfast</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/100</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Guest speaker Malcolm Brinded, Managing Director of Shell UK Exploration and Production. Wednesday, 6 September... ]]></description>
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<title>Scottish Whizz Kids Claim North Sea Technology For The Classroom – The First Year</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/99</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/99</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Students all over Scotland have claimed tomorrows technology for the classroom today thanks to an... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Acquisition of CDA Limited Underpins “Deal”</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/98</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has acquired the data management company, Common Data Access... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA 1999 Annual Report Highlights Industry in Transition</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/97</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The transition of an essentially inward-looking industry which largely ignored external relationships to one now... ]]></description>
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<title>Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre Logic-Al Choice for UKOOA Energy Breakfast</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/96</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/96</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOAs next Energy Breakfast moves to the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre on 8 June... ]]></description>
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<title>Drill Cuttings Initiative Moves Into Next Phase</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/95</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/95</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The offshore oil and gas industrys drill cuttings initiative moved into its final phase this... ]]></description>
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<title>Gas and Electricity Supply Industry Group Calls for Early Lifting of Ban on Gas-Fired Power Stations</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/94</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/94</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Government must act now to remove uncertainty and restore confidence across the energy supply... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Survey Reveals First Signs of Recovery</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/93</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The first signs that confidence appears to be returning to the offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Gas and Energy Sectors Welcome Lifting of Restrictions on Gas Power Developments</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/92</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/92</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Issued on behalf of the Pan Industry Group against the Stricter Consents Policy by the... ]]></description>
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<title>Acclaim for Industry Backed Fishing Safety Device</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/91</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/91</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A UKOOA-backed safety device for fishermen, developed jointly by the fishing and offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement: Offshore Activities in the Atlantic Margin</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/90</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/90</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ As fields in the North Sea decline, the development of the Atlantic Margin will be... ]]></description>
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<title>Appetite for UKOOA Breakfast Feeds Plans for Brunch</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/89</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/89</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Interest in UKOOAs Energy Breakfast next week (Thursday, 6 April 2000) has been so great... ]]></description>
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<title>Energy Sector Calls for Review of Stricter Consents Policy</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/88</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/88</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A cross industry forum has been set up to review the impact of the Governments... ]]></description>
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<title>QRA Uncertainty Addressed by New UKOOA Guidelines</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/87</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/87</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has published a set of guidelines giving advice on... ]]></description>
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<title>Marathon Chief Takes Over UKOOA Helm From April</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/86</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/86</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Dave Smith, President of Marathon Oil U.K., Ltd, takes over the helm at the UK... ]]></description>
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<title>Report Predicts Long Term Future for North Sea</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/85</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/85</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK offshore oil and gas production will continue well into the 21st Century, despite the... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement - Drill Cuttings Stakeholder Dialogue, 2 February 2000</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/84</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/84</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Todays meeting of stakeholders to discuss the issues surrounding possible solutions for dealing with accumulations... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Publishes Medical Guidelines for Working Offshore</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/83</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/83</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Revised guidelines setting out the health and fitness requirements for working offshore in the oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Stakeholders Meet to Discuss Next Step in Drill Cuttings Initiative</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/82</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry is to hold a second stakeholder dialogue workshop... ]]></description>
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<title>Texaco MD Speaks Out at UKOOA Energy Breakfast</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ John McDonald, Managing Director of Texaco Limited and a member of the Governments former Oil... ]]></description>
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<title>Aberdeen to Host UKOOA Safety Systems Workshop</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/80</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ New guidelines published by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) for the design and operation... ]]></description>
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<title>Fishermen Safety Initiative Wins EU and Oil Industry Funding</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/79</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Production of an electronic safety device which could significantly reduce the risk of fishermens nets... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Publishes Second Environment Report</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The second industry-wide Environment Report for the UK offshore oil and gas sector has been... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Restructures Executive Team For 2000</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/77</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has strengthened its executive officer management team for 2000... ]]></description>
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<title>New Guidelines Published for the Survey of Standby Vessels</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/76</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) in conjunction with three other trade associations representing the... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Responds: Launch of “Lift” and “Deal” Internet Services</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/73</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Commenting on the announcement today that two complementary internet-based services LIFT and DEAL are to... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Responds to Proposals for Industry Technology Facilitator</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/74</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The creation of the Industry Technology Facilitator announced today at Offshore Europe was welcomed by... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Responds: Progress In Step Change In Safety Initiative</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/75</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The significant progress made to date by the Step Change and Safety Initiative since its... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Statement on the Creation of Logic, the New Industry Body for Competitiveness</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/71</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ LOGIC, the new organisation backed by Government and the offshore oil and gas Industry to... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA “Millennium Bug” Leaflet</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/72</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/72</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has produced a leaflet summarising the preparations made by... ]]></description>
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<title>UK Operators’ Response to Secretary of States Key Note Speech at Offshore Europe 1999</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/70</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) welcomes the series of initiatives announced today at Offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>Drill Cuttings Initiative Announces R&#x26;D Contract Awards and Creation of Scientific Review Group</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/69</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/69</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Associations (UKOOA) Drill Cuttings Initiative has announced the award of 15... ]]></description>
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<title>New Arrangements Pave Way for Closer Relationship Between Offshore Oil and Gas Industry and Unions</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/68</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Representatives of oil companies operating in UK waters and union leaders met in Aberdeen today... ]]></description>
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<title>Capacity Audience for Oil Major’s Vision of UKCS Future at UKOOA Energy Breakfast</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/67</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A capacity audience of 240 people turned out for the UKOOA Energy Breakfast in Aberdeen... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Welcomes Government Announcement of Capital Gains Tax Rollover Relief for Offshore Industry</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/66</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/66</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA, the representative organisation for the UK offshore oil and gas Industry, welcomes the Governments... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Industry Develops Model Risk Management Tool</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/65</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/65</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A new tool to improve risk management and ensure greater transparency and openness in risk-related... ]]></description>
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<title>Electronic Device is Launched to Warn Fishermen of Subsea Obstacles</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/64</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/64</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An electronic device developed by the Oil and Gas Industry as a pro-active warning system... ]]></description>
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<title>CGT Rollover Relief Sought to Boost North Sea Investment</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/63</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/63</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for the UK offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Relaunches Web Site</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/61</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry has re-launched its web site with a new... ]]></description>
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<title>DNV to Manage Oil Industry Drill Cuttings Initiative</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/62</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/62</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) Drill Cuttings Task Force has selected Det Norske Veritas... ]]></description>
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<title>Norman Chambers to Speak at Next UKOOA Energy Breakfast</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/60</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/60</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 May 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Norman Chambers, President of Halliburton Energy Development, will be the guest speaker at the next... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Welcomes Launch of Dedicated Parliamentary Group</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/59</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/59</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The launch of the All Party Group for the British offshore oil and gas industry... ]]></description>
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<title>Greater Collaboration is Key to North Sea’s Future Says UKOOA President Bob Connon</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/58</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/58</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry must engage in greater collaboration if it is to... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response To Government Measures To Boost North Sea Oil And Gas Exploration</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/57</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/57</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), one of the representative organisations for the UK oil... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA 1998 Annual Report Reflects Association’s New Direction</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/56</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/56</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has published its 1998 Annual Report in a new... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Cartoon Highlights Dangers Of Fishing Near Pipelines</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/55</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/55</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for the UK offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Uk Offshore Oil And Gas Industry’s Response To The Budget</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/54</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/54</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative organisation for the UK offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Oil and Gas Industry’s Future Is On Breakfast Menu</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/53</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/53</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 1999 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Key oil and gas figures will share their views on the future of the industry... ]]></description>
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<title>The Environment Council Issues Report On Drill Cuttings Seminar</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/52</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/52</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The Environment Council today (22 December 1998) releases its report on the seminar it held... ]]></description>
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<title>HSE Figures Put Focus On Offshore Safety Priorities</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/51</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/51</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Four trade associations representing different sectors of the UK offshore oil and gas industry UK... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Faces Challenges of 1999 with New President and Executive Officers</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/50</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/50</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has announced the appointment of its Executive Officers for... ]]></description>
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<title>Workforce Contributes to Safety Initiative</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/49</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/49</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Over 340 delegates attended the Cross Industry Safety Leadership Forum (CISLF) Step Change Workforce Workshops... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Responds To Licence Awards Announcement</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/48</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/48</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for the UK offshore oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Oil And Gas Industry Sets Benchmark For Environmental Reporting</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/47</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/47</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry has just published its first Environmental Report, marking... ]]></description>
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<title>New Government-Industry Task Force: UKOOA Response</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/46</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/46</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for the UK Offshore Oil and... ]]></description>
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<title>Dialogue Opens On Seabed Cuttings</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/45</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/45</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ A wide range of interested parties, including environmentalists, academics, fishermen, regulators, government and oil industry... ]]></description>
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<title>Climate Change Debate:  Offshore Industry Response</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/44</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/44</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry welcomes todays launch of the Governments consultation paper... ]]></description>
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<title>Key Appointments Bolster London Secretariat Team</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/43</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/43</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) has further strengthened its team of key personnel with the... ]]></description>
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<title>Wanted – Recruits For New Offshore Training Programme!</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/41</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/41</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Twenty-four young candidates willing to rise to the challenges of working offshore are being sought... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response To OCA Warning About Tightening Contractor Margins</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/42</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/42</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) firmly rejects the Offshore Contractors Associations warning that the future... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Oil’s Festival Success!</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/40</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/40</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Do they really use North Sea Oil in chocolate?; These fact sheets will be really... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Responds To Government Energy Review</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/39</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/39</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) is disappointed that the Secretary of State for Trade and... ]]></description>
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<title>Atlantic Seabed Survey Finds Intrigue Scientists</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/38</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/38</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Scientists surveying the sea floor environment of the Atlantic to the north and west of... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore And Marine Industries Join Forces To Publish New Guidelines For Support Vessels</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/37</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/37</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), in conjunction with the Chamber of Shipping, today (2 October... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Responds To Government Announcement On 18th Offshore Licensing Round</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/36</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/36</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ James May, Director-General of UK Offshore Operators Association, the representative body for the UK offshore... ]]></description>
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<title>Students Present Visions For Future Of North Sea</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/34</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/34</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Young people from around the country will challenge senior North Sea oil and gas representatives... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response To Government Announcement On North Sea Fiscal Regime</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/35</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/35</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA), the representative body for the UK offshore oil and gas... ]]></description>
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<title>Industry Response To Ospar Decision</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/33</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/33</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK oil and gas industry, represented by UK Offshore Operators Association, is concerned by... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Response to Government Consultation on Energy Sources</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/32</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/32</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Government interventionist policy will undermine energy competition In response to the DTIs Review of Energy... ]]></description>
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<title>Offshore Industry Response To Government Shift On Decommissioning</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/31</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/31</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK offshore oil and gas industry, represented by the UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA),... ]]></description>
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<title>Government Proposals Place Gas Jobs And Investment At Risk</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/30</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/30</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Implementation of the Governments proposals to review energy sources will have a negative impact on... ]]></description>
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<title>Piper Alpha 10th Anniversary Media Briefing</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/29</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/29</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ July 6 1998 is the tenth anniversary of the Piper Alpha disaster that claimed 167... ]]></description>
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<title>Workshop Takes Place To Further Understanding Of Seismic Impact On Marine  Mammals</title>
<link>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/28</link>
<guid>http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/news/news.cfm/newsid/28</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Representatives from offshore oil companies, geophysical contractors, environmental regulators and non-governmental organisations, along with marine... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) welcomes the opening of the 18th Seaward Petroleum Licensing Round... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Oil Industry Launches Twin-Track Initiative On Drill Cuttings</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>UK Oil and Gas: Tax Threatens Competitiveness and Stability</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Westhaven Fatal Accident Inquiry Report - Statement</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ UKOOA, the representative body for the UK offshore oil and gas industry, welcomes the publication... ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) welcomes the call to lift the moratorium on the... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Oil industry engages in its first advertising campaign</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Continued uncertainty in the North Sea</title>
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<title>The Brent Spar Solution does not set a precedent for decommissioning</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ London - The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) is pleased that Shell UK has announced... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA Expands Its Technical Resources In Aberdeen</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>New UKOOA President and Executive Officers</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ 5 January 1998 - The UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) today announces the appointment of... ]]></description>
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<title>North Sea Companies Call For Stable Fiscal Regime</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 1997 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Senior representatives of the North Sea oil and gas industry have asked the Treasury to... ]]></description>
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<title>UKOOA appoints Steve Harris as Director of Communications.</title>
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