Government 'absolutely up for the fight' over net zero, Ed Miliband says

Exclusive: energy secretary says 2050 target is imperative, and accuses opposition of betraying of future generations The government is "absolutely up for the fight" over net zero, Ed Miliband has said, as he accused the Conservatives and Reform of "a total desertion and betrayal" of future generations by failing to tackle the climate crisis.After a turbulent week for Labour in which it has been charged with abandoning its values by slashing disability benefits, the energy secretary sought to focus attention on the party's plans for the green energy transition. Continue reading...