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Electronic Communications Regulation: The operators’ perspective

Electronic Communications Regulation: The operators’ perspective. Dr Theresienne Mifsud Head of Legal and Regulatory Affairs Melita plc. Layout. Who is Melita? Electronic Communications Regulation The EU Regulatory Framework Local Framework The operator’s perspective. Who is Melita?.

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Electronic Communications Regulation: The operators’ perspective

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  1. Electronic Communications Regulation: The operators’ perspective Dr Theresienne Mifsud Head of Legal and Regulatory Affairs Melita plc

  2. Layout Who is Melita? Electronic Communications Regulation The EU Regulatory Framework Local Framework The operator’s perspective

  3. Who is Melita?

  4. Electronic Communications Regulation

  5. The EU Regulatory Framework Malta’s accession to the EU implied the adoption of the acquis communautaire From monopolies to market liberalisation A highly regulated sector The regulatory framework was amended in 2009 and recently transposed into Maltese law

  6. The EU Regulatory Framework

  7. Regulatory Framework in Malta • Malta Communications Authority Act (Cap 418) • Electronic Communications (Regulation) Act (Cap 399) • Subsidiary Legislation • MCA Directives, Decisions, etc. • Electronic Commerce Act (Cap 426) • Data Protection Act (Cap 440) • Broadcasting Act (Cap 350) • Competition Act (Cap 379) • Consumer Affairs Act (Cap 378) • Others

  8. The Positives Has fostered market growth Has enabled new entrants to access traditionally monopolistic markets Increased competition It enables involvement of operators in the decision making process through the consultation procedures The Authority operates in a transparent manner Regulation is always evolving Malta is no longer isolated, but part of a larger Internal Market Markets are reviewed periodically

  9. The Negatives High regulatory fees: burden on the industry Regulation can be complex and multi-tiered Regulation can be rigid and detached Number of consultations can be too onerous on the local operators Demanding regulatory obligations Overlapping competences – MCA/MCCAA/DPC Lengthy procedures Lack of specialisation (Regulators/Industry)

  10. Dr. Theresienne Mifsud Head of Legal and Regulatory Affairs Melita p.l.c. Mriehel By-Pass Mriehel, BKR 3000 Malta www.melita.com Your world with you television | internet | telephony | mobile Thank You!

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