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Structure of the Competition Authority

The Competition Authority consists of a Chairperson and three whole-time Members. 

The Competition Authority's work is divided into six separate divisions, each one headed by a Member of the Authority. 

Division Functions
Cartels Responsible for investigating alleged cartel behaviour. 
Monopolies Responsible for investigating alleged non-hard-core anti-competitive agreements and firms that abuse their large size in a market to the detriment of other businesses and consumers. 
Mergers Responsible for examining certain mergers and acquisitions.
Advocacy Promotes competition and advises public policy makers.
Corporate Services Responsible for the administration, management and co-ordination of the work of the Authority.
Strategy Responsible for projects of strategic importance, review of Authority activity and for implementing the Authority's communications strategy.


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Date Printed: 05 February 2012

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