The UK government plans to expedite the construction of major infrastructure projects like nuclear plants and wind farms through new planning rules. Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to reduce legal challenges from local opponents, known as NIMBYs, by permitting judicial reviews only once instead of up to three times. The proposed Planning and Infrastructure Bill aims to eliminate unnecessary delays and costs associated with current regulations, thus presenting the UK as an attractive investment destination. Starmer asserted that addressing this 'broken system' would catalyze national progress and economic growth.
Under the government's proposals, the written stage of judicial review for major infrastructure projects will be scrapped, limiting challenges mainly to in-person appearances.
Sir Keir stated it was time to fix 'a broken system that has slowed down our progress as a nation,' expressing the need for faster project approvals.
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