Ed Miliband confirms UK Labour Party leadership bid

Former energy secretary Ed Miliband today formally declared his intention to stand for the leadership of the Labour Party.

He confirmed he will compete against his brother David during a speech in which he set out his vision for the future of Labour.

Mr Miliband told the Fabian Society in central London: “I have talked to my family and friends and I have decided to stand to be leader of the Labour Party.”