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He remains optimistic that reform is possible, asserting that Britain’s institutional weakness is a product of deliberate policies—particularly under Tony Blair—that centralized power and reduced accountability. Reversal demands political courage, including abolishing or significantly reforming bodies like Ofcom, the Human Rights Act, and other regulators.
Stephen encourages a “tougher,” more muscular approach to law and order—embracing clear rules, less legal inflation, and restoring confidence in the justice system. He suggests that sophisticated reforms, such as appointing qualified civil servants, reducing the size of government, and emphasizing legal transparency, can restore faith.