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Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion.

The Commission has a statutory mandate to conduct a program of research to support its inquiries, annual reporting and other responsibilities, including promoting community awareness and understanding of various productivity and regulatory issues.

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (PDF - 802k)

Submission 80 for Consumer Policy Framework View full list


The ACCC welcomes this review. Australia’s consumer policy framework comprises legislative, co-regulatory and self- regulatory mechanisms to address consumer issues. ... The Swanson Committee undertook the first substantive review of Part V of the

Date received: 29 May 2007

Consumers' Federtion of Australia Info Paper (PDF - 575k)

Submission 83 for Consumer Policy Framework View full list


This Inquiry by the Productivity Commission is therefore a very welcome and timely review. ... Independent research capacity - That the Commonwealth Government commits to funding an independent research centre.

Date received: 28 May 2007

Ministerial Council on Consumer Affairs Info Paper (PDF - 455k)

Submission 75 for Consumer Policy Framework View full list


The Australian Government has also proposed that the Productivity Commission (PC) review consumer policy. ... Changed economic, social and environmental circumstances suggest that a general review is now timely.

Date received: 25 May 2007