
Join us as Ted Harvey dissects Britain’s broken planning system, using the staggering 79,000-page application for a 3.1-mile railway extension as a striking example. We explore how NIMBYism and red tape have derailed crucial infrastructure projects like HS2, costing billions and slowing progress. With international comparisons showing the UK falling behind, this episode delves into why streamlining planning is vital for Britain’s future competitiveness.