Chris - WMR/GBR Senior Conductor

RMT welcomes wind farm investment Offshore energy union RMT welcomed the UK government’s announcement of major investment in three offshore wind farms across Britain off the coasts of Norfolk and Scotland. Over 5,000 jobs will be created from these projects in manufacturing, engineering, installation and operation and maintenance roles. GB Energy has also announced an agreement of £9 billion investment into floating offshore wind farms, which includes public stakes. RMT general secretary, Eddie Dempsey welcomed the announcements which pave the way to thousands more good jobs and apprenticeships covered by trade union agreements on fixed and floating offshore wind farms on the UK’s Exclusive Economic Zone. “We urge the government to continue working with trade unions, employers and supply chain contractors because good work standards and collective bargaining will be instrumental in achieving the maximum benefit of this investment. “This is especially true for oil and gas workers who possess the skills but currently do not have clear access to clean energy jobs or a mechanism of transition without financial detriment,” he said.