Author: Jessica Elgot

Labour is gearing up to take the lead in global climate efforts, calling out Rishi Sunak’s net zero U-turn as a historic mistake. Ed Miliband, shadow energy security and net zero secretary, emphasized the need for the UK to get back on track with its climate goals. Despite facing criticism for scaling back green investment plans earlier this year, Labour aims to prioritize climate action if elected. Miliband highlighted Labour’s commitment to reversing the ban on onshore wind and putting climate at the forefront of their agenda. The party aims to fill the leadership gap on climate issues globally, especially…

Labour is gearing up to challenge Rishi Sunak on his past involvement in a hedge fund deal at the center of the financial crash ahead of the election debates. The party aims to shed light on Sunak’s time at TCI, a hedge fund that played a role in the sale of Dutch bank ABN Amro to RBS in 2007, a deal deemed risky by financial regulators. Labour leader Starmer plans to confront Sunak during the upcoming TV debate, highlighting his past actions at TCI during the banking crisis. Sunak’s role in pushing for the ABN Amro sale and subsequent RBS…