1 The OECD is seeking input in the form of case studies and examples outlining the diversity of governance arrangements for regulators in many of the areas covered in the paper (see example of AGCOM in Box 4). The following tables are provided to facilitate input on key points of variation in arrangements that will be presented in the final paper to illustrate the principles as applied in countries. An example or ideas for answers have been provided for each table to indicate the sort of information sought from readers. However the OECD will also welcome submissions of information and examples other than the ones below on the implementation and application Table 1.1 will highlight the diversity of the range of non-regulatory functions that regulators may have and their powers to cooperate with other bodies and whether formal agreements with other regulators are published. Table 1.1. Functions of regulators and co-operation Is the regulator explicitly Any non-regulatory Are formal agreements with Regulator empowered to cooperate functions other regulators published? with other bodies? X regulator Provides grants to consumer Yes, through authorising Yes, on agency website the advisory body of the sum of legislation called [XXXX] agreements with [regulator γ] [XXX] on an annual basis. which was enacted on and [regulator α] [dd/mm/yyyy]. Y regulator Table 2.1 will highlight the diversity of the structural characteristics in place to prevent undue influence of decision making by regulators, and any legal requirements that any directions or influence are made public. Table 2.1. Preventing undue influence What structural characteristics are in place Is there a legal requirement that any Regulator to prevent undue influence ? directions or influence are made public ? X regulator Restrictions on appointment and termination of No, not all correspondences between the appointment of agency head; regulator and Ministers or industry representatives are made public. However Independence of regulator stated in legislation; relevant minutes of meetings and responses to public consultations are made public on the Other? agency website. Y regulator
1 The OECD is seeking input in the form of case studies and examples outlining the diversity of governance arrangements for regulators in many of the areas covered in the paper (see example of AGCOM in Box 4). The following tables are provided to facilitate input on key points of variation in arrangements that will be presented in the final paper to illustrate the principles as applied in countries. An example or ideas for answers have been provided for each table to indicate the sort of information sought from readers. However the OECD will also welcome submissions of information and examples other than the ones below on the implementation and application Table 1.1 will highlight the diversity of the range of non-regulatory functions that regulators may have and their powers to cooperate with other bodies and whether formal agreements with other regulators are published. Table 1.1. Functions of regulators and co-operation Regulator Any non-regulatory functions Is the regulator explicitly empowered to cooperate with other bodies? Are formal agreements with other regulators published? X regulator Provides grants to consumer advisory body of the sum of [XXX] on an annual basis. Yes, through authorising legislation called [XXXX] which was enacted on [dd/mm/yyyy]. Yes, on agency website the agreements with [regulator γ] and [regulator α] Y regulator Table 2.1 will highlight the diversity of the structural characteristics in place to prevent undue influence of decision making by regulators, and any legal requirements that any directions or influence are made public. Table 2.1. Preventing undue influence Regulator What structural characteristics are in place to prevent undue influence ? Is there a legal requirement that any directions or influence are made public ? X regulator Restrictions on appointment and termination of appointment of agency head; Independence of regulator stated in legislation; Other? No, not all correspondences between the regulator and Ministers or industry representatives are made public. However relevant minutes of meetings and responses to public consultations are made public on the agency website. Y regulator