Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Unite's Graham Slams Miliband Amid Labour's Energy Crisis

5/11/2025

43 6

Left

Graham Critiques Miliband

Sharon Graham, Unite's general secretary, criticized Energy Secretary Ed Miliband for his apparent lack of a strategy for oil and gas workers. As Labour grapples with internal strife and voter discontent over winter fuel cuts, Keir Starmer stands firm on net zero, with pivotal decisions ahead that could shape the government's future.

Right

Blair Critiques Net Zero

Tony Blair has voiced strong criticism of the UK's ambitious net zero policies, warning they could drive up energy costs and create an unrealistic dependence on renewable sources. He advocates for significant investment in technology and infrastructure to ensure a stable energy supply, but his backing of expensive carbon capture projects raises alarms about potential financial strains on taxpayers and consumers alike.

Center

Voters Favor Oil

A striking 68% of UK voters support tapping into North Sea oil and gas, defying Ed Miliband's proposed exploration ban. Critics caution that this could escalate emissions and jeopardize energy security. In a related blow to renewable ambitions, Ørsted's cancellation of the Hornsea 4 wind farm highlights the mounting hurdles posed by soaring costs and economic uncertainty.

1 of 3

Graham Critiques Miliband

Sharon Graham, Unite's general secretary, criticized Energy Secretary Ed Miliband for his apparent lack of a strategy for oil and gas workers. As Labour grapples with internal strife and voter discontent over winter fuel cuts, Keir Starmer stands firm on net zero, with pivotal decisions ahead that could shape the government's future.

1 / 3