Keir Starmer Set to Make Big Moves: Could Ed Miliband Lose His Job?

Ed Miliband’s Growing Concerns Over Keir Starmer’s Summer Cabinet Reshuffle

In a significant development, sources close to Ed Miliband have revealed that the prominent Labour figure is increasingly anxious about his position in the upcoming Cabinet reshuffle. According to reports from The Sun on Sunday, Miliband fears that his role as the Secretary of State for Energy and Net Zero could be at risk when Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reconfigures his senior ministerial team later this summer.

Starmer is said to be planning an overhaul of his government following the completion of the upcoming spending review and a series of benefit cuts. This reshuffle has become a point of intense speculation, particularly as Starmer’s administration has already signaled a shift in its policies, particularly with regard to climate change and the environment.

A close friend of Miliband’s confirmed that the Energy Secretary, who has been a vocal proponent of ambitious climate policies, is deeply concerned about his future in the Cabinet. The friend commented, “Ed is genuinely worried that Starmer may make changes to the Net Zero brief, especially as the government's position on climate change evolves."

Despite the reshuffle being several months away, the talk around Westminster has become dominated by questions about which ministers will stay in their positions and who might face the axe. Miliband is reportedly worried that the increasing pressure to soften climate-related policies could spell the end of his role.

While the reshuffle remains speculative at this point, the broader context within which it is taking place is marked by Starmer’s broader strategy for the Labour Party. In recent weeks, the Prime Minister has faced significant internal criticism following a number of high-profile staff changes at No 10. Communications chief Matthew Doyle and senior policy advisers Nick Williams and Tom Webb have already been let go, sparking discontent among certain quarters within the Labour Party. This decision has raised concerns about Starmer’s commitment to his long-standing allies, with one government insider stating, “There’s a sense of betrayal—where’s the loyalty?”

The reshuffle is seen by some as a reflection of Starmer’s ruthless political strategy. A senior government source commented, “Keir is clearly willing to make tough decisions if his team is not delivering the results he wants.” These moves are consistent with Starmer’s leadership style, which some observers view as pragmatic but others see as coldly calculating.

Adding further weight to the reshuffle speculation, Starmer’s recent policy shifts in the realm of environmental regulation have drawn attention. Earlier this week, he confirmed that the government would ease strict electric vehicle (EV) targets to protect the UK’s car industry from the threat of tariffs imposed by the United States. This decision means that petrol and diesel vans, as well as hybrid cars, will continue to be sold until at least 2035. Moreover, high-end manufacturers like Aston Martin and McLaren will be exempted from the stricter eco-regulations. The government is also scaling back on ambitious targets and fines for car manufacturers regarding EV sales, a second notable deviation from Labour’s original green agenda.

This move follows Starmer’s previous decision to shelve a promise to invest £28bn annually in green policies, signaling a possible shift away from the party’s earlier commitments to aggressive climate action. The recalibration of these policies has been perceived by some as a pragmatic response to the pressures of economic realities, while others see it as a sign that the Prime Minister is willing to prioritize industry interests over environmental promises.

For Miliband, these changes only deepen his concerns about his role within the government, as Starmer’s increasingly cautious approach to environmental policy seems at odds with Miliband’s advocacy for more ambitious climate targets.

As the reshuffle looms on the horizon, Labour’s internal dynamics and Starmer’s political strategy will likely continue to be a topic of intense speculation. Whether Miliband remains in his current role or is moved to another position will depend not only on the outcomes of the reshuffle but also on the broader direction of Labour’s policies in the run-up to the next general election.
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