Energy Secretary Ed Miliband outlined that the new plans would allow the government to approve large onshore wind projects directly, aiming for a rapid increase in clean energy production. He remarked, 'The era of clean electricity is about harnessing the power of Britain's natural resources.' This shift in decision-making is seen as a fundamental part of the government's ambitious action plan to achieve 95% clean energy by 2030 and to make necessary infrastructural changes a priority.
Claire Coutinho, the Conservative Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security, criticized the plans, arguing that they would lead to increased electricity bills. She asserted, 'Labour's rush to decarbonise would push up electricity prices and cause more hardship for people across Britain,' emphasizing the need for energy policies that ensure affordability while transitioning to cleaner sources. She advocates for cheap, reliable energy instead.
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