Companies seeking to boost western supplies face legal and community obstacles

Iran conflict threatens four-century industrial tradition

Deaths of 82 miners recall era of accidents many hoped was in the past

The ‘bullying’ scandal that led to chair Albert Manifold’s removal coincides with an attempted turnaround

Shareholders approve higher age limits for top jobs at oil major as board begins planning for succession

Allied’s biggest mine is in Mali, which has arrested a number of foreign executives in recent years

Fate of highly enriched material is one of the thorniest issues in US-Iran talks to end war

Several large investors say it was hard to arrange meetings with Albert Manifold before his removal from oil major

The impact of Middle East war is a reminder why certainty is crucial to spur a shift from fossil fuels

Blockade in Strait of Hormuz has removed up to 13mn barrels a day from global markets and drawn down ‘shock absorbers’

Ben Mathews has taken time off work following upheaval at oil major

The humble utility pole, a key part of the power distribution system, is getting an upgrade

Iran war has exposed oil-rich nation’s dependence on Iranian gas for electricity as temperatures exceed 45C

Albert Manifold says he ‘pushed hard’ at FTSE oil group but disputes criticism of his behaviour

Legal battle erupts between mining companies supported by Trump administration to break dependence on China

Tie-up comes as Wall Street heavyweights strike partnerships to uncover new sources of power

Vice-president Luis de Guindos says Washington’s volatile trade policies and reduced co-operation also threaten stability

Poland, Czech Republic and others call for more emissions permits given global crises and high energy prices

Ofgem’s cap increase means annual costs will increase to £1,862

Albert Manifold’s behaviour and use of personal devices cited as factors in removal that has piled pressure on CEO Meg O’Neill