Lee will argue that many of the areas in greatest need of change are at the state level, citing “problematic” privatizations that have reduced competition in a sector or tied government to ongoing payments, housing taxes that make moving people costly, and professional licensing rules. .
He will argue that the use of fiscal incentives, such as those of the Helmer period, should be part of a broad competition agenda, which must be led by federal, state and territory governments.
“Competition in Australia is not just a national issue – it is an agreement between states, territories and the federal government. We need to work together to get it right,” he said.
Last week, the Productivity Commission used an interim labor market report to indicate that despite improvements in the recognition of occupational licenses between states, highly skilled immigrants could be left “in limbo” due to local licensing requirements.
It found that in order to be a legally certified electrician, a state or territory electrician’s license is required. To qualify, a person must hold a Certificate III in Electrical Trade Course from a recognized training provider.
Under Australian immigration rules, his electrical qualification must be recognized by the Naval Skills Assessment Program or Temporary Skills Assessment for Skills Shortage.
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But none of these programs are considered to be equivalent to Certification, so internationally recognized electricians cannot legally work in Australia without doing 12 months of Australian work experience under the supervision of a licensed electrician to apply for Certification III.
It found that “the requirement of 12 months of work experience can leave internationally qualified electricians in a bind if they cannot find an employer who will provide them with supervised work experience.”
Lee will say that competition reform must learn from issues relating to the Helmer period, particularly its impact on rural and regional areas. It also needs to increase economic dynamism and environmental sustainability.
“If competition policy can lay the foundation for another ’90s-type productivity increase, the result will be more innovation and more startups, more opportunities for workers, and more choices for consumers.
“Better use of technology, and household budgets that stretch a little further. In short, a more disruptive economy.”
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Originally published at Melbourne News Vine
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