Who is Ed Miliband, Britain’s controversial new foreign secretary?

Considered the architect of the UK’s net-zero program, he has faced criticism over his energy record and lack of conventional diplomatic experience

Britain’s new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has appointed former Labour leader and ‘net-zero’ architect Ed Miliband as foreign secretary despite concerns over his past record and lack of conventional diplomatic experience.

Burnham made the announcement after formally taking office on Monday. He replaced Keir Starmer, who resigned following falling public support, heavy Labour losses in local elections, and a series of scandals within his government.

Miliband, 56, previously served as Starmer’s…

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