APPG on Offshore Wind

I am the Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Offshore Wind, which brings together MPs and industry leaders to discuss the future of the UK’s offshore wind sector.

As the MP for Edinburgh North and Leith, this work is especially important. Leith has a proud maritime and industrial history, and today it is at the heart of Scotland’s energy transition. The port is already playing a key role in supporting offshore wind development, and I have been pushing for the new GB Energy Edinburgh satellite office to be based in Leith, bringing skilled jobs, investment, and long-term opportunities to our community.

My focus in this group is on:

• Supporting the UK’s transition to clean, renewable energy.
• Ensuring offshore wind development delivers real benefits for coastal and port communities like Leith.
• Helping shape policy that strengthens energy security and delivers on our net zero commitments.

This work allows me to champion both national priorities and local opportunities, ensuring that Edinburgh North and Leith leads the way in building a cleaner, fairer energy future.