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Rachel Reeves Challenges Labour's Net Zero Goals Amid Energy Debate

9/30/2025

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Rachel Reeves rejects Ed Miliband's Net Zero goals, saying she is not a 'zealot' for green energy.
She emphasizes homegrown energy, including North Sea oil and gas, for security.
Despite a ban on new drilling, Shell opened a gas field that could supply 2% of UK energy.
Trump urged UK leaders to exploit North Sea resources; Labour policies push companies away.

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Rachel Reeves rejects Ed Miliband's Net Zero goals, saying she is not a 'zealot' for green energy.
She emphasizes homegrown energy, including North Sea oil and gas, for security.
Despite a ban on new drilling, Shell opened a gas field that could supply 2% of UK energy.
Trump urged UK leaders to exploit North Sea resources; Labour policies push companies away.