Labour is facing accusations from the Scottish National Party (SNP) of making "fibs" over claims about job creation related to GB Energy, a state-owned energy company. The controversy centers on conflicting statements about how many jobs the company will create in Aberdeen, a key hub for the UK's energy sector. The SNP has criticized the UK government for not meeting its promises, particularly regarding job numbers. UK Energy and Jobs Minister Martin McCluskey recently stated that the government's goal for GB Energy's Aberdeen headquarters was to create around 300 direct jobs. However, he later clarified that the company was "never meant" to employ 1,000 people directly in Aberdeen. This contradicts earlier statements from GB Energy's chairman, Jürgen Maier, who told MPs after the 2024 election that the company could create over 1,000 additional jobs in the region, though he acknowledged it might take decades to reach that target. More recently, Maier adjusted his estimate, suggesting only 200 or 300 jobs would be created in Aberdeen by 2031. The SNP has strongly criticized McCluskey's remarks, calling them "shameful" and accusing Labour of breaking its promises. SNP MSP Jack Middleton highlighted what he views as a contradiction, pointing out that while Labour promised 1,000 jobs in Aberdeen, it is also responsible for cutting 1,000 energy jobs a month through what he calls a "hated tax" on Scotland’s energy sector. Middleton also accused the government of failing to deliver on broader job commitments, noting that Labour had pledged 70,000 jobs but energy bills are expected to be £1,000 higher than promised. Middleton further argued that the government's actions, including the shutdown of the Grangemouth refinery, have harmed Scotland's offshore energy industry. He suggested that these issues have led many in Scotland to consider independence as a way to regain control over the country’s energy resources. The debate over job creation and energy policy continues to be a significant point of contention between the UK government and the SNP.