Book Quote by Margaret Thatcher
“Yet the basic fact remains: every regulation represents a restriction of liberty, every regulation has a cost. That is why, like marriage (in the Prayer Book's words), regulation should not "be enterprised, nor taken in hand, unadvisedly, lightly, or wantonly"”
About This Quote
Source Speech: House of Commons, 1979
Regulation imposes limits and costs on liberty; it should be approached cautiously, not taken lightly or without proper advice.
In simple terms: Regulation restricts freedom and costs money, so be careful.
Key Takeaway
Regulate thoughtfully, avoid careless policies.
Themes
government
law
economics
freedom
policy
risk
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
political
economic
When to use this quote
- Legislative drafting
- business compliance
- public budgeting
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Cost‑benefit analysis
regulatory impact
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- When is regulation justified?
- How to balance liberty with necessary rules?
A Different Perspective
Over‑regulation can stifle innovation and freedom.
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