A new round of slashing bureaucratic red tape from the ACT Public Service has been announced by the Minister for Regulatory Services, Gordon Ramsay.
Announcing the fifth omnibus Bill introduced into the Legislative assembly aimed at cutting the red tape, Mr Ramsay said it would deliver time and cost savings to businesses, not-for-profits, Government and a wide range of individuals.
“Regulation is valuable, but there’s no doubt some of the ACT’s regulation can be modernised to simplify the community’s interactions with Government and to drive innovation to support a vibrant city,” Mr Ramsay said.
He said the latest Bill had a focus on streamlining processes and regulation for the community sector.
“After the Government reduced duplication and reporting requirements for associations last year, this Bill will simplify the way we categorise associations, strengthen their governance requirements and update a range of processes for contemporary practice,” Mr Ramsay said.
“This will mean that our associations can spend more time doing what they do best — supporting our community through their work in the arts, welfare, the environment, veterans, sports and multicultural sectors — rather than on paperwork.”
He said other changes in the Bill included making way for emerging forms of identification by allowing alternatives to using Government‑issued hardcopy ID; removing the compulsory use of outdated technology, such as telex machines, in legislation; and removing defunct references to car market operators for second-hand car sales
“As the ACT Government continues to cut red tape, we will ensure our regulatory processes and outcomes are appropriate, efficient and effective,” Mr Ramsay said.
