Since Part 4A was inserted into the Commerce Act 1986, the Commerce Commission has been working through the various subparts to Part 4A that are required to be addressed to implement this new regulatory regime for lines businesses. A number of documents and reports have already been completed including those published in the New Zealand Gazette.
Key Commission Reports, Documents, Gazettes and Handbooks
Targeted Control
2004-09
2001-04
Information Disclosure
Relevant Existing Legislation
The principal legislation that relates to the regulatory regime for lines businesses is Part 4A of the Commerce Act. Other parts of the Commerce Act are also relevant, including authorisations and clearances; the supply of confidential information; and powers to prohibit information being disclosed.
Principal Legislation
Part 4A Commerce Act 1986
Provisions applicable to Electricity Industry
Section 70E Commerce Act 1986
Investigation and audits
Section 98 Commerce Act 1986
Supply of information or documents to the Commission
Section 100 Commerce Act 1986
Powers to prohibit disclosure of information
Along with the Commerce Act, there are a number of other statutes and regulations that relate to the lines businesses. The list below directly relates to lines businesses, however there are useful definitions that are used in the Commerce Act, and they provide general context for the electricity industry.
Other Legislation
Part 1 Electricity Act 1992
Preliminary provisions including interpretation
Electricity Industry Reform Act 1998