Progressive economists defend Ed Miliband against Unite leader's job destruction claim
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Heather Stewart
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More than 40 progressive economists have written to Unite leader Sharon Graham, rejecting her claim that Ed Miliband would destroy jobs if he became chancellor. The dispute highlights internal Labour tensions over energy policy, with Graham and the GMB union advocating for new North Sea oil and gas licenses, while Miliband is strongly committed to net zero. Graham had described Miliband's net zero stance as a "noose around the neck" of job creation. The letter urges Graham to withdraw her claim, arguing that green investment creates jobs rather than destroys them.
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More than 40 progressive economists have written to Sharon Graham, the leader of Unite, rejecting her claim that Ed Miliband would destroy jobs if he becomes the next chancellor.
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