Energy in the spotlight as US offshore oil leases considered.

As the price of gasoline (petrol) has surged to $5.00/gallon, energy matters have become front page stories in all corners of the US media landscape. Categories of news coverage include leasing for new oil drilling, the Jones Act, and rules surrounding installation and servicing of turbines in the offshore wind sector. Most recently, The Department of the Interior ("DOI"), part of the Executive branch, will propose a five-year plan for offshore oil leasing covering 2023 out to 2027. President Biden is thought to be politically vulnerable due to inflation generally, with high...

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