The Scottish oil and gas sector is calling on the newly elected Scottish National Party (SNP) government to demonstrate its commitment by publishing a comprehensive energy strategy within the next 100 days. David Whitehouse, chief executive of Offshore Energies UK (OEUK), emphasized the urgent need for the government to support the industry, especially given the economic challenges posed by recent geopolitical events. He highlighted that 700,000 working-age individuals in Scotland are currently unemployed, underscoring the need for growth in key sectors, including offshore energy. The SNP has faced criticism for delaying its energy strategy, which has been pending for several years. First Minister John Swinney's recent appointment of a junior minister for energy has raised concerns about the government's prioritization of the oil and gas sector. The upcoming by-elections in Aberdeen South and Arbroath and Broughty Ferry are expected to focus heavily on the oil and gas debate, with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch framing the election as a referendum on the industry's future. Badenoch accused the SNP of failing to support the sector, while SNP candidate Richard Thomson defended the party's commitment to energy issues. The Scottish Government stated that new ministers will begin working on their manifesto commitments shortly.