18NConsumer reference group

18N Consumer reference group

18N Consumer reference group

(1) A consumer reference group for making a rate of return instrument—

(a) is to consist of the members appointed by the AER; and

(b) may carry out its activities, including giving advice or recommendations to the AER about the instrument, in the way it considers appropriate.

(2) Without limiting subsection (1)(b), the consumer reference group may—

(a) consult with consumers of electricity; and

(b) facilitate consumer engagement in the process for making the instrument; and

(c) make written submissions to the AER about the content of the instrument and the process for making it.

(3) The AER must publish on its website any written advice, recommendations or submissions given to it by the consumer reference group.

pt 3, div 1B, sdivs 1–5 (ss 18F–18Y): Ins 2018 No 33, sec 6.