Tom Shakespeare argues that red tape should be regarded as a force for good.
From Charles Dickens' famous mention of red tape until today, making fun of red tape has been virtually a national pastime.
But Tom cautions that as Britain prepares to set aside rules and regulations surrounding COVID, we shouldn't act too hastily.
Producer: Adele Armstrong
Published on Friday, 9th July 2021.
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