Competition Policy and Reforms in the Public Utility Sector
Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Intergovernmental Agreements· 1 August 1999general_report
This 1999 WA parliamentary report examines the impact of National Competition Policy on public utilities. It considers globalisation, deregulation, corporatisation, and privatisation, drawing comparisons with the EU, North America, and New Zealand. The report raises concerns about accountability, service delivery in regional areas, and the pace of reform.
Impact
The report's findings affect Western Australian communities, particularly those in rural and regional areas, as well as public utilities and government agencies involved in service delivery. It also impacts investors and businesses operating in sectors undergoing deregulation and privatisation.
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