John Fingleton
Independent regulator and author of the review into the UK's nuclear sector, interviewed about regulatory reform and its broader implications for building infrastructure in Britain.
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Dec 2, 2025 • 39min
The Jury’s (Kind Of) Out
Dominic Casciani, a BBC Home and Legal Affairs correspondent, discusses proposed reforms to jury trials, highlighting the shift of minor cases to magistrates and the implications for court backlogs. He emphasizes the potential efficiency of judge-only trials for fraud and complex cases while preserving jury trials for serious crimes. Meanwhile, John Fingleton, an independent regulator and author, critiques the UK's nuclear sector, revealing how regulatory complexity hinders infrastructure projects and advocating for broader reform in risk management and regulatory practices.
Dec 10, 2025 • 58min
Launching the Sovereign Albion podcast: How to Regulate British Nuclear, with John Fingleton & Mustafa Latif-Aramesh
In a compelling conversation, John Fingleton, a leading economist and former CEO of the Competition and Markets Authority, and Mustafa Latif-Aramesh, an infrastructure planning lawyer, unpack the challenges surrounding Britain's nuclear industry. They explore historical shifts that halted new nuclear builds and emphasize nuclear's vital role alongside renewables for low-carbon energy. The duo discusses cost drivers, regulatory hurdles, and innovative solutions like small modular reactors, advocating for frameworks that foster timely and cost-effective project delivery.
