Review of Fixed PSTN Interconnection
At least every five years, the Commission considers whether there are reasonable grounds for commencing an investigation into whether any services should be omitted from the list of designated or specified services in Schedule 1 of the Telecommunications Act 2001 (Act).
We last reviewed Fixed PSTN interconnection in 2021 and are required to consider if there are reasonable grounds to commence an investigation by 12 May 2026.
We published our draft decision paper on 10 February 2026 for consultation.
We have also published a report by Network Strategies on Fixed PSTN interconnection in New Zealand.