John Fingleton

I am pleased to see the government response to Task Force on Nuclear Regulation.

First, it has been published on time which sends a positive signal about priorities.

Second, the detailed and considered response shows that the Government is serious about reform.

Third, almost every recommendation is to be taken forward fully.

All of this should help bring about a substantial reduction in cost and delivery schedules for new nuclear. This should spur greater confidence for investors in nuclear in the UK.

A few recommendations will be taken forward in a different way that in our report, as we envisaged. The role of the Implementation structure will be critical in continuing to ensure that this is prioritised.

something London could do? Rather than introduce new regulation, enforce the existing ones at source.

Even if one disagrees partly with the choices of economist, this is a brilliant introduction to price theory. it shows how AI can be used in education

We should tackle the greatest harm first and be practical about results
First, it is food delivery and other bikes that have had the speed limiter removed that are the greatest danger. These don't just run red lights, but go up one way streets, and pavements. As long as the law is not enforced against them, how can we expect other users to take it seriously.
Second, we could introduce an compliance and etiquette test for all ebike users, testing them on use of the road. A lot of users of ebikes seem never to have driven or used a regular bike. That's great for mobility and carbon use, but we need to improve standards
Third, ebike providers should have to stop the charging clock at red lights to reduce bad incentives.
Fourth, if we are going to police red lights with enforcement, I suggest we focus on the most serious infringements first. We should prioritise those few people who speed through busy junctions without care or attention to pedestrians or cars, often causing cars etc to brake. Unfortunately, it is easier to enforce against riders who run a red pedestrian light than to catch somebody going dangerously at speed in a busy area.

Can e-bike companies control their rogue riders? ft.com/content/239df0… via @ft

This excellent speech by @danielleiwood of the Australian Productivity Commission on how regulation holds back productivity growth in Australia is just as relevant to the UK. Well worth reading for new minister or advisor interested in growing the economy. pc.gov.au/media-speeches…