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This September, Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce and Shepherd and Wedderburn are bringing the energy debate centre stage…literally.
Join us at Offshore Europe for a special live recording of the Holyrood Sources podcast, in front of a 1,300-strong audience at the iconic Aberdeen Music Hall.
Hosted by Geoff Aberdein, Andy Maciver and Calum Macdonald - three insiders with experience at the highest levels of politics, government and media - this evening event will bring together senior political figures from across the spectrum to debate the future of the energy sector in the energy capital of Europe.
Expect a no-holds-barred conversation on the policies, pressures and possibilities shaping the next chapter of energy - from the North Sea to net zero.
This is a must-attend moment for anyone serious about the politics of energy, the role of the North-east, and what comes next.
Confirmed political guests include:
Claire Coutinho MP – Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero
Kate Forbes MSP – Deputy First Minister of Scotland & Cabinet Secretary for the Economy
About the hosts
Calum Macdonald: Calum is a seasoned political broadcaster and journalist, known for his intelligent and accessible coverage of current affairs. With stints at the BBC and Times Radio, his role as moderator ensures debate is lively, informed and firmly rooted in the issues that matter most.
Geoff Aberdein: Geoff is a former Chief of Staff to the First Minister of Scotland and one of the country’s most respected political strategists. With extensive experience in both government and the energy sector, he brings a sharp understanding of how policy decisions shape industries - and how the North-east can influence the national agenda.
Andy Maciver: Andy is a former Director of Strategy for the Scottish Conservatives and a leading commentator on Scottish politics. With a background in business and public affairs, he brings clarity, insight and challenge to political discussion - always with an eye on what it means for the economy and enterprise.
About the speakers
Claire Coutinho is the Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, having held the same role in government from August 2023 to July 2024. She was the youngest member of Rishi Sunak’s Cabinet and the first from the 2019 intake to be promoted to a senior ministerial post.
During her time in government, she oversaw key elements of the UK’s energy policy, including investment in offshore wind, nuclear, and carbon capture, and worked closely with industry on plans to strengthen the nation’s energy resilience. She was a prominent voice in debates over the Energy Profits Levy and the future of the North Sea.
Elected as MP for East Surrey in 2019, she began her career in finance before moving into public policy and later joining the Treasury as a special adviser. In opposition, she continues to focus on driving growth in the low-carbon economy while safeguarding jobs in the UK’s oil and gas sector.
Kate Forbes is the Member of the Scottish Parliament for the Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch constituency, and is the Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for the Economy in the Scottish Government.
In her role overseeing Scotland’s economy, Kate is a champion for the enormous opportunities in green energy and attracting inward investment into technologies such as offshore wind.
She plays a key role in supporting Scotland’s just transition, working to ensure that investment in renewables goes hand in hand with protecting jobs and expertise in the oil and gas sector. Kate has been a strong advocate for Aberdeen and the North-east as central to delivering the country’s future energy security.
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The Music Hall Union Street Aberdeen
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Places available
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