EU rethinks opposition to Arctic oil and gas drilling
U-turn by Brussels would be bitterly contested by environmental groups
U-turn by Brussels would be bitterly contested by environmental groups

Energy security arguments being pushed in response to review of EU policy

Dutch non-profit activist group makes push to halt new oil and gas production

Contentious supply chain directive will be weakened but not scrapped under late-night deal in Brussels

Brussels cuts number of companies forced to comply and removes clause on climate plans for business

Move comes as Europe looks to secure more supplies from producers outside the Middle East and Russia

Flows of oil and gas do not resume like turning a tap back on