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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Kate Devlin

Ed Miliband won’t resign over Heathrow third runway despite environmental concerns

Ed Miliband has ruled out resigning as energy secretary if Rachel Reeves backs a third runway at Heathrow – despite his previous objections.

More than a decade ago, Mr Miliband reportedly threatened to quit Gordon Brown’s cabinet if the then Labour government supported the airport’s expansion.

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