Consultation: Essential Services Commission Act Review

A consultation involves a targeted inquiry aimed at gathering expert insights to inform policy decisions. Typically lasting for several months, these consultations invite contributions from academics to provide evidence-based recommendations. The findings may support policy development, inform debates, or guide decision-making processes.

Description

The Essential Services Commission Act 2001 (the Act) requires the Minister for Finance to ensure that a review of the Act is completed by 31 December 2026. The Act states that the review’s purpose is to determine: • Whether the objectives of this Act and the Essential Services Commission (&hel