Business Without Bullsh-t The UK’s problems can’t be solved with a sound bite - we need a 40 year strategy
EP 375 - The conversation ranged far and wide with Alex Depledge, CEO of Resi and newly coined “Tech- Sis”. It took in her frustrations that no-one wants to have a long term conversation, how the short term news cycle is killing politics and why increasing polarisation is killing informed debate and damaging society.
She came out to bat for the Labour government in general - we should give them time - and Rachel Reeves in particular for her willingness to stand behind a decision, even if it is unpopular.
She did not come out to bat for bats, people who play the victim and using regulatory sledgehammers to crack walnuts.
If you like your opinions strong and your laughter infectious, listen in.
FACT CORRECTION - Alex stated that the UK Electric Grid energy wastage is at 40% which may have been true at the time of recording. Most recent figures show that it is nearer 10%.
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Spotify Video Chapters:
00:00 BWB with Alex Depledge MBE
03:29 Alex's Current Role and Responsibilities
04:54 Challenges in the Housing Sector
05:57 Energy Efficiency and Renovation
06:49 Fragmented Construction Industry
16:11 Government Policies and Long-term Solutions
19:21 Labour Party's Approach to Business and Economy
27:57 *Andy's Key Takeaways*
30:34 Regulations and the Role of Bats
34:20 The Impact of Private School Attacks
34:51 Understanding the Worker's Rights Bill
35:13 Probation Periods in Employment
37:11 Planning and Business Efficiency
38:29 The Housing Crisis and Council Incentives
39:22 Environmental Regulations and Development
40:16 The Importance of Company Policies
44:12 Diversity of Thought vs. Quotas
48:49 *Andy's Key Takeaways*
52:31 The Immigration Debate
54:14 Challenges of Modern Employment
58:27 Quickfire - Get To Know Alex
01:05:03 Wrap Up
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