Ed Miliband - Labour MP for Doncaster North since 2005
Early life and entry into politics
Edward Samuel Miliband was born on 24th December 1969. He was first elected as the MP for Doncaster North in May 2005. He served as Minister for the Cabinet Office under Gordon Brown.
Leader of the Labour Party
Ed Miliband was elected leader of the Labour Party in 2010, after beating his brother David to the top job. He led the party into the 2015 general election, but Labour lost to the Conservative Party.
Return to backbenches
Miliband resigned as leader of the Labour Party after the 2015 general election defeat. He returned to the backbenches, and has continued to speak out on issues such as climate change and social justice.
Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero
In July 2024, Miliband was appointed Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. He is responsible for overseeing the UK's transition to a net zero emissions economy.
Conclusion
Ed Miliband has been a prominent figure in British politics for over two decades. He is a committed socialist and has campaigned for social justice throughout his career. He is a strong advocate for action on climate change, and is working to ensure that the UK meets its net zero emissions target.
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