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Energy Secretary Ed Miliband announced at the Labour conference that the government is preparing to introduce a new law that would permanently prohibit fracking for shale gas in England. Miliband expressed his desire to legislate as soon as possible and kickstart a national campaign against fracking in the interim. Currently, fracking is only restricted by a suspension on ministerial decisions to approve licenses due to concerns regarding earthquakes and environmental consequences.
Reform UK, on the other hand, has taken a contrasting stance, stating that it would revive fracking and has even gone as far as threatening to engage in hostilities with renewable energy developers if it gains power. Miliband emphasized during his speech at the Labour conference that fracking would not lower bills and would pose a threat to climate commitments. He highlighted the resilience of communities in opposing fracking in the past and affirmed that they would do so again.
Labour sources disclosed that Miliband would launch a campaign to challenge Reform UK’s support for shale gas exploration. At the conference, Miliband urged for the banning of fracking to oust fracking proponents. The government is set to declare the results of the North Sea Energy Future consultation, revealing plans to permanently ban new onshore oil and gas licenses to prevent future fracking activities in England. The Labour party aims to establish a timeline for the legislation in the near future.
As part of its strategy to combat climate change, Labour is focusing on expanding renewable energy in the UK to meet 95% of electricity demand by 2030. This initiative aligns with the government’s goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Miliband also announced the enhancement of Great British Energy’s project to install solar panels on school and hospital rooftops. The party intends to increase job opportunities in the clean energy sector and improve labor rights within those industries. Throughout the conference, Labour has reiterated its commitment to climate action and emphasized the importance of countering Reform UK’s opposition to net zero policies
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