Growing discontent among Labour MPs over Ed Miliband’s refusal to allow new North Sea oil drilling has led to calls for his removal in an upcoming Cabinet reshuffle. Critics argue his stance exacerbates the cost of living crisis, while Miliband insists on renewable energy solutions. The backlash threatens his political ambitions and tests Starmer’s leadership.
Dozens of Labour MPs are now calling on Keir Starmer to sack Energy Secretary Ed Miliband in an anticipated Cabinet reshuffle, amid growing frustration over his refusal to allow new oil drilling licences in the North Sea.
The anger has intensified as energy bills soar following the Iran war, with MPs accusing Miliband of prioritising ideological campaigns over addressing the cost of living crisis. A senior MP revealed that the demand for his removal includes ministers who argue that the government cannot effectively tackle pressing issues while Miliband continues his current approach. The Prime Minister is reportedly aware of the dissatisfaction, but his ability to act remains uncertain.
Another MP criticized Miliband, stating that colleagues find him unpopular and out of touch, while a third emphasized that the Parliamentary Labour Party is not the 'Miliband universe,' referencing Starmer’s hesitation to remove him from the Net Zero department during the last reshuffle. No. 10 previously backed down, believing Miliband was too popular to dismiss. Miliband’s stance on North Sea drilling has led to significant job losses in Scotland’s oil sector, with around 4,000 jobs lost since Labour took power.
Critics argue that domestic oil production could generate billions in tax revenue to subsidize energy bills, but Miliband insists that renewable energy is the solution. Despite speculation that he may reverse his position, the government has not ruled out new drilling. The backlash threatens Miliband’s ambitions to replace Rachel Reeves as Chancellor, with reshuffle rumors suggesting Starmer’s team is divided on whether to act after the upcoming local elections.
A Red Wall MP urged Starmer to remove Miliband in a bold reshuffle to reassert his authority, arguing that constituents support renewable energy but oppose shutting down North Sea drilling. They accused Miliband of making the party appear obsessive and out of touch with ordinary concerns. Reports indicate Starmer is reluctant to reshuffle due to fears of distraction, but allies are pushing for a Cabinet reset to strengthen his position.
Downing Street declined to comment on reshuffle speculation, while a Labour source defended the government’s commitment to a balanced energy transition
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