Petroleum Exploration and Licensing (Repeal) Bill: Key Considerations

Synopsis: This Bill Paper aims to support Northern Ireland Assembly scrutiny of the Petroleum Exploration and Licensing (Repeal) Bill – as introduced into the Assembly by the Minister for the Economy on 13 April 2026. The Paper outlines essential context-setting information, along with key policy and “public purse” considerations, if the Bill is enacted as introduced.

Date: 21 April 2026