Energy Secretary
Coverage of Energy Secretary in the Nexus archive.
- Ed Miliband to say UK must stick to net zero targets to deliver jobs and growth
Ed Miliband is to argue that the UK must adhere to net zero targets to achieve jobs and growth, citing over £100bn in private sector green investment pledged in this parliament.
- Ed Miliband says he and Lammy feared Mandelson appointment could ‘blow up’
UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband and former Foreign Secretary David Lammy expressed concerns over Peter Mandelson's appointment as the UK's ambassador to Washington, fearing it could cause significant issues. Both officials discussed the potential risks associated with the appointment.
- Trump's stinging two-word rebuke of his Energy Secretary after shock admission gas prices could stay high until 2027
Donald J. Trump sharply criticized his Energy Secretary after a surprising admission that gas prices may remain elevated until 2027, highlighting tensions within his administration over energy policy. The rebuke underscores concerns about prolonged economic impacts and public dissatisfaction with fuel costs.
- Trump says energy secretary ‘totally wrong’ on gas prices not dropping to $3 until next year
President Trump criticized Energy Secretary Chris Wright for his assessment that gas prices may not drop below $3 per gallon until next year, calling the claim 'totally wrong.' Trump made the remarks during a phone interview with The Hill.
- Ed Miliband to double down on net zero with measures to combat Iran energy shock
Ed Miliband, the UK Energy Secretary, will reinforce Labour's net zero commitment amid rising fossil fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict. He plans to announce new policies in a speech addressing an expected energy crisis caused by tensions between Donald Trump and Iran.