Ex-Energy Minister RESIGNS Over UK’S GREEN Betrayal: A Conservative Crisis Looms
— Former Energy Minister, Chris Skidmore, has dropped a bombshell by resigning from the Conservative Party and his parliamentary seat. His decision comes in response to the government’s U-turn on environmental commitments.
Skidmore, known for his strong advocacy for reducing carbon emissions to net zero by 2050, voiced disappointment over an upcoming bill. This controversial legislation promotes new North Sea oil and gas drilling which Skidmore sees as a glaring departure from the UK’s climate objectives.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is reportedly watering down several green initiatives due to 'unacceptable costs’ for ordinary citizens. Actions include pushing back a ban on new gas and diesel vehicles, scrapping an energy-efficiency regulation, and green-lighting numerous North Sea oil and gas licenses.
Skidmore is set to officially step down when Parliament reconvenes after its Christmas break next week. His exit indicates a rising wave of dissatisfaction within conservative circles over the government’s shifting environmental policies.