Ed Miliband Could Be Out Soon as Keir Starmer Turns Against Him in Surprise Move!
Downing Street hasn’t clearly said whether Ed Miliband will continue as Energy Secretary, even though it has confirmed that other key ministers, like Rachel Reeves and David Lammy, will stay in their roles until the end of this Parliament.
This silence comes after former Prime Minister Tony Blair publicly criticised Miliband’s green energy policies, especially his strong push for net zero and renewable energy.
Blair questioned the fairness and effectiveness of asking people to change their lifestyles or spend more money when such actions seem to have little impact on global emissions. He argued that plans to quickly phase out fossil fuels or restrict their use aren’t realistic and are likely to fail.
Later, Blair seemed to backtrack, with a spokesperson from his institute saying he now supports the government’s current energy policies.
When asked if Prime Minister Keir Starmer still supports Miliband, his official spokesperson strongly defended him, saying Miliband is doing an excellent job helping to create future jobs and keeping energy bills in check. However, they didn’t directly say whether Miliband would remain in his Cabinet position.
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner also weighed in, saying Blair had clarified his stance and now supports the government’s approach.
She emphasized the importance of renewable and nuclear energy for the UK’s future, especially in light of the recent global energy crisis, which caused energy bills to spike. Rayner added that investing in clean energy not only helps reduce dependence on fossil fuels but also creates jobs and strengthens the UK’s energy security and economy.
So, while Miliband still has Starmer’s support, his long-term future in the Cabinet remains unclear — especially after such high-profile criticism from within the party.
