Statutory guidance

The Economic Growth (Regulatory Functions) (Amendment) Order 2024

This statutory instrument brings the regulatory functions exercised by Ofcom, Ofgem and Ofwat within the scope of the Growth Duty by amending the Economic Growth (Regulatory Functions) Order 2017 (S.I. 2017/267) (“the 2017 Order”).

Documents

Statutory Instrument

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Explanatory Memorandum

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Details

The Growth Duty applies to over 50 different regulators but does not currently apply to Ofgem, Ofwat and Ofcom (responsible for the regulation of the energy, water, and telecoms sectors respectively).

This statutory instrument (SI) will bring these 3 regulators within scope of the Growth Duty will help ensure they consider how best to promote growth in their sectors as they carry out their core functions, support businesses and provide the vital investment needed to ensure a quality service to current and future consumers.

  • Laid on: 06 March 2024
Published 6 March 2024