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Publications
URCA Issues Statement of Results to Draft Annual Plan for 2024 Consultation
The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA), responsible for the regulation of the electronic communications and electricity sectors in The Bahamas, today published its Statement of Results from the public consultation on the Draft Annual Plan for 2024. This document outlines URCA's responses to feedback received from stakeholders and details the next steps in finalizing its strategic and operational direction for the coming year. After inviting comments from stakeholders, URCA received valuable insights from the Bahamas Telecommunication Company (BTC), Cable Bahamas Limited and Be Aliv Limited (CBL Group), and individual contributor Samuel Samon Thompson. The feedback provided a critical analysis…
URCA Sets Preliminary Position after Market Review of Retail Fixed Electronic Communications Services in The Bahamas
The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) announces its preliminary findings and invites public commentary on the review of the state of competition within the markets for retail fixed electronic communications services in The Bahamas. This encompasses retail fixed voice, retail fixed broadband, and retail pay TV services. In its comprehensive Preliminary Determination, URCA has outlined its provisional assessment of the competitive dynamics within these markets and the consequent need for continued ex-ante regulation to ensure fair competition and consumer protection. URCA is now seeking feedback on its initial stance through written responses to consultation questions detailed in the document. …
URCA 01/2024 Fee Schedule 1 January to 31 December 2024
The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has today issued its 2024 Fee Schedule. Publication of the Fee Schedule is in accordance with section 8(1)(e) of the Communications Act, 2009. Persons may view the 2024 Fee Schedule here. Invoices will be issued to licensees in the usual manner.
