January 1st 2025.
Ed Miliband, the former leader of the Labour party, recently expressed that he still believes he can make a positive impact, despite stepping down from his position a decade ago. The day he announced his resignation, May 8th, 2015, was a significant one for not only him but also for British politics as a whole.
Labour's disappointing performance in the previous day's General Election led to Miliband's decision to step down. It was also the first day in Parliament for several well-known individuals, including future Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, future Prime Minister Boris Johnson, and, most notably for Miliband, future Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Five years later, it was Sir Keir who would invite Miliband back to the front bench following his own rise to the top of the party.
Despite being relatively young at 55 years old, Miliband is often associated with a bygone era of politics, before Brexit, Trump, and Covid. In a recent interview with Metro, he mentioned that many of the people he was in politics with during his leadership, such as George Osborne, David Cameron, and Nick Clegg, are no longer involved for various reasons. However, Miliband remains dedicated to his cause, stating, "I'm still in this because I think I can make a contribution."
While the energy secretary position may not typically be a highly coveted one in the cabinet, Miliband has garnered attention through his efforts to expedite projects in order to achieve his ambitious goal of decarbonizing the majority of the UK's power by 2030. He recently unveiled the Clean Power 2030 Action Plan, outlining his plans to create the necessary conditions for this target to be met. In the midst of this procedural change, Miliband has assured communities affected by these new sites that they will reap the benefits.
Miliband's passion for the environment is evident in his determination to tackle the issue. When asked about it, he stated, "This is an issue I really, really care about. There are certainly challenges to overcome, but it's something I'm deeply passionate about." He believes that by the end of 2025, the impact of his plan will be tangible, resulting in lower energy bills, increased energy security, new job opportunities, and a sense that Britain is leading the world in addressing the climate crisis.
The environment is a particularly important issue for young people, leading to the rise of the "Milifandom" during Miliband's time as Labour leader. However, when asked if he believes the Milifandom could make a comeback, Miliband chuckled and replied, "I think the Milifandom have grown up now." He sees his current role as a way to make a positive difference and help bring about the big, bold changes that the country needs.
Despite the challenges and unpleasant aspects of being a major party leader, Miliband remains dedicated to making a contribution. He recalled a humorous moment at a recent awards ceremony where he was the butt of a joke made by Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Miliband took it in good humor, stating that it was all part of the fun of the event. He also reflected on a previous awards ceremony in 2013, where he read a tongue-in-cheek article about his father from the Sunday Sport. When asked if his experience as a party leader has helped him in his current role, Miliband humbly replied that he'll leave that judgment to others.
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