Business Without Bullsh-t

The UK’s problems can’t be solved with a sound bite - we need a 40 year strategy

Mar 19, 2025

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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