Ed Miliband Shifts Stance to Support Heathrow Expansion

The Energy Secretary backs a third runway under strict environmental conditions, marking a significant policy shift for the Labour government.

Ed Miliband, Energy Secretary and long-time critic of Heathrow expansion, now supports the project if it adheres to carbon budgets and environmental standards.
The Labour government views the third runway as a key element in boosting the UK economy, with projections estimating a 0.43% GDP increase by 2050.
Miliband emphasized his commitment to collective responsibility, aligning with the government's position despite his historical opposition to the project.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has championed the expansion as part of a broader economic growth strategy, which also includes potential approval of the Rosebank oil field.
Critics, including environmental activists, warn that the expansion could significantly increase carbon emissions, challenging the UK's net-zero commitments.