Western Europe’s energy supply ‘vulnerable’ – Bloomberg

Giving up Russian gas for US LNG undermines the region’s security, analysts say Replacing Russian gas with liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US has exposed the EU’s energy system to major security risks, Bloomberg has reported, citing industry experts.

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Victorious nationalists call for 'debate' on Irish unity

Sinn Fein’s leader in Northern Ireland, Michelle O’Neill, has called for an “honest debate” on Irish reunification, after her party emerged from elections the largest party in Northern Ireland, a first in the history of the British-ruled territory. However, consensus is required, and may be difficult to obtain.

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Energy costs push French inflation higher

Consumer prices in the Eurozone’s second-largest economy jumped 7% in January from a year ago, official data shows Inflation in France accelerated in January as the government phased out some measures to contain soaring energy and food prices, figures reported on Tuesday by Insee, the country’s statistics agency, show.

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