Regulations

How the British Broke Their Own Economy

The UK faces severe housing and energy shortages due to post-WWII policies that made construction and development extremely difficult. Restrictive regulations, particularly the 1947 Town and Country Planning Act, have led to declining homeownership rates, skyrocketing housing prices, and reduced energy production capabilities. These challenges stem from excessive bureaucratic control and environmental regulations that hinder new developments.

Overall Progress

An overview of defense-related policy objectives focusing on military personnel matters and social policy changes. Key initiatives include reinstating service members dismissed over COVID-19 vaccine mandates and implementing restrictions on gender-related policies.

Do you need permission from the government to do independent research?

A detailed exploration of Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulations reveals a complex web of federal, state, and institutional requirements for human subjects research, with rules extending far beyond medical studies to encompass even simple surveys and dietary experiments. The regulatory framework combines Common Rule requirements, FDA regulations, and state laws, creating an intricate system that affects researchers both within and outside traditional institutions.