Ed Miliband becomes new Labour Party Leader

Ed Miliband narrowly won the Labour Party leadership contest against his brother David. Despite the close race, Ed expressed deep respect for David and emphasized the need for party unity and change. He promised to inspire the party and the country with a vision of a good society. The leadership contest highlighted divisions within the party, but Ed aims to move past these and focus on combating the coalition government.

What was the margin by which Ed Miliband won the leadership contest?

• 5%

• 15%

• Just over 1%

• 10%

What did Ed Miliband promise his brother David after winning the leadership?

• A position in the private sector

• A role in the coalition government

• A chance to lead the party again

• A big job in opposition

What did Ed Miliband emphasize as necessary for the Labour Party?

• Maintaining the status quo

• Unifying the party and inspiring change

• Focusing solely on economic policies

• Returning to old strategies

How did the leadership contest affect the Labour Party?

• It caused the party to dissolve

• It united the party completely

• It split the party down the middle

• It had no impact on the party

What challenge does Ed Miliband face after becoming the leader?

• Focusing only on internal party issues

• Combating the coalition government

• Ignoring public opinion

• Maintaining the status quo