Tory government undermined supervision of state activities

The Tory government has systematically undermined management and supervision of state activities, from medical treatment to building codes to issuing passports. This seems to be a general structural problem with the functioning of the state.

The government ordered Covid-19 protective equipment (including masks) in a big hurry in 2020, but neglected to supervise the production. Around 6 billion dollars worth is substandard; they plan to burn it.

I hope that the incineration does not release dangerous chemicals that will harm the public. Regulation of air pollution is probably inadequate too.