Accusations and Controversy
Ed Miliband, the Energy Secretary, faced accusations of leading a 'green transition built on slavery' as he blocked efforts to ensure new solar panels for schools and hospitals are not produced using Chinese forced labor. This move sparked fury within his party.
Public Outcry and Opposition
More than six Labour MPs publicly voiced their support for a vote to ban state-owned GB Energy from using supply chains linked to human rights abuses in XinJiang. The House of Lords amendment to abandon tainted green materials also gained backing from various organizations.
Government Response and Criticism
As negotiations continued with rebel MPs on a compromise, the UK government faced criticism for its stance on using cheap Chinese goods to accelerate eco-energy. Senior Tory MP Sir Iain Duncan Smith expressed concerns about the implications of supporting products linked to slavery.
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