Starmer and Reeves Seek Fresh Overhaul to UK Planning System

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves is drawing up plans for another overhaul of Britain’s planning rules amid frustration on Downing Street at a lack of progress around a policy seen as crucial to boosting economic growth.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has complained to colleagues and suggested a new planning bill, which is now being pushed by Reeves, according to people familiar with the matter who did not want to be named discussing internal conversations.