Streeting sets out plans to tear up planning rules and net zero policies if he becomes PM (opens original article in a new tab)

Wes Streeting outlines plans to reform planning laws, allow new fossil fuel production, and fast-track infrastructure projects if he becomes PM.

• Wes Streeting plans to remove local communities' ability to object to energy and tech projects
• Streeting aims to overturn Ed Miliband's ban on new fossil fuel production
• Infrastructure projects would get 'decision in principle' consent through parliamentary bills
• Streeting proposes to resume North Sea oil and gas drilling to fund cheaper energy measures
• High-skilled immigration increase of 20,000 scientists, engineers, and AI experts is planned