red tape

Example Sentences

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The cost, in time and red tape untangling, of quarterly reporting is immense, and for larger firms can approach $100 million a year when audit fees are included.

From Barron's

Lam has implemented dramatic changes in nearly two years at the helm, slashing bureaucratic red tape and pushing major infrastructure investments as he aims to boost economic growth.

From Barron's

Another executive order signed Friday was designed to cut red tape around new-home construction.

From The Wall Street Journal

On Friday Miliband is launching a fast-track process for the building of new nuclear power stations, which in the past have been beset with delays, spiralling costs and red tape.

From BBC

Tesla and other new EV players—including Rivian and Lucid—still face hurdles and extra red tape in some states.

From The Wall Street Journal