A certain idea of Ed Miliband
How did Labour’s former leader become the most powerful man in government?
www.newstatesman.comHere are the latest notable items about Edward Miliband as of 2026:
- Miliband has been serving as Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero since 2024, continuing to play a leading role in UK energy policy and climate-related plans.[1][2][8]
- A profile in March 2026 portrays him as a central figure in government, with coverage suggesting he is among the more influential figures shaping Labour’s policy directions and national security discussions in that period.[3]
- Coverage around mid-2025 highlights Miliband defending the chancellor’s fiscal decisions, underscoring his active involvement in economic and energy policy debates within the government.[4]
If you’d like, I can pull more detailed summaries from specific sources or focus on a particular topic (energy policy, Parliament roles, or media portrayals) and provide direct quotes and links.
Cited sources:
- Miliband's role and tenure as energy security and net-zero secretary.[2][1]
- 2026 profile describing his influence in government.[3]
- 2025 coverage of him defending fiscal decisions.[4]