Cash Distribution Framework Act 2026
196Delegation—ACCC
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196 Delegation—ACCC
(1) The ACCC may, in writing, delegate any or all of the ACCC’s functions or powers under this Act, the rules, the record‑keeping rules or any other legislative instrument made under this Act to:
(a) a member of the Commission (within the meaning of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010); or
(b) a member of the staff of the ACCC who is an SES employee or an acting SES employee.
Note: Sections 34AA to 34A of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901 contain provisions relating to delegations.
(2) The functions or powers that may be delegated under subsection (1) include functions or powers the ACCC has as a relevant chief executive, an authorised applicant, an authorised person or an infringement officer for the purposes of a provision of the Regulatory Powers Act because of this Act.
(3) In performing a delegated function or exercising a delegated power, the delegate must comply with any written directions of the ACCC.