Sir Keir Starmer will undertake routine planning today in a bid to build Britain.
The Prime Minister aims to clamp down on rules that allow local residents to challenge development applications in court.
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Bids to block new projects can currently be seen by a judge three times – even when they have ministerial approval.
Around 58% of major infrastructure projects go to court, with some cases costing taxpayers up to £121 million.
Projects such as the Sizewell Sea nuclear plant and the A57 national highway project were among those affected.
But Sir Keir will limit the powers to just one legal offer.
He will say today: “For too long, blockers have had the upper hand in legal challenges – using our court procedures to thwart growth.
“We are putting an end to this culture of defiance by confronting the Nimbys and the broken system that has slowed our progress as a nation.”
Sir Keir will also ease restrictions related to green concerns.
Companies now need to demonstrate how they mitigate environmental damage.
But they will soon be able to quickly fulfill their obligations by depositing money into a new nature restoration fund.
