Energy Secretary Clarifies Stance on Migration Policy After 'Awkward' Interview

Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh has clarified her position on proposed migration policy changes, stating her support for Shabana Mahmood's plans. Fahnbulleh's remarks followed an earlier "awkward" interview where she appeared hesitant to endorse a key element of the policy, which would require foreign workers to wait 15 years for permanent residency.

Speaking at a journalists' event in Westminster, Fahnbulleh described her previous comments as lighthearted and self-deprecating, aiming to explain her difficulty in directly answering questions about the policy during the Sky News interview. She emphasized that her intention was not to oppose the migration rules but to humorously address the challenges of navigating such inquiries.