A review by the NSW Government that could result in the removal of unnecessary occupational licences would make the State more attractive to qualified people from interstate, Federal Small Business Minister, Dr Craig Emerson, said today.
The NSW Better Regulation Office review questions the need for licences in 11 occupations given the same occupations are not licensed in other states and territories.
The review is in response to the drive for a seamless national economy by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG).
“The NSW Government has shown leadership to reform occupational licensing systems that are considered cumbersome, expensive and time consuming,” Dr Emerson said.
“Obviously, there is a need to ensure people have the proper skills to do their job.
“However, unnecessary red tape that imposes significant compliance costs on businesses can only hinder a state’s productivity and restrict service supply.
“COAG recognises that 21st Century Australia can no longer operate as nine separate markets,” Dr Emerson said.
The 11 licence occupations under review in NSW are:
- Entertainment industry agent/manager
- Venue consultant
- Floor finisher and coverer
- Kit home supplier
- Lift mechanic
- Motor vehicle repairer
- Optical dispenser
- Property inspector (pre-purchase)
- Strata manager
- Structural landscaper
- Wool, hide and skin dealer
The issues paper is available at www.betterregulation.nsw.gov.au
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