red tape

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But red tape is now threatening the future of many bakers' culinary creations as some councils in England are reviewing their street trading policies, and questioning whether cake sheds should require a licence.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

A highly specific 35 percent cut to government red tape using A.I.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

He said many want to operate legally but get caught up in red tape and called for a more "organized, sustainable model."

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Recently, after a long day in a local gym hearing complaints from residents with exorbitant electrical bills and business owners facing red tape, she met with a group of politicians from Colima state.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Ophelia’s father put up the money—about $4,500—and because PIH had no red tape and little overhead, the school was built right away.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French