Strategy Division

The Competition Authority derives its independence and authority not only from legislation but from the legitimacy and respect it commands in the hearts and minds of businesses and consumers. Independence also brings accountability. The Competition Authority is accountable to consumers, to businesses, to the State and to its employees.

While each division seeks to review and improve its effectiveness on a continuous basis, some important needs/projects have a wider scope than any one particular division and may not be undertaken due to resource commitments or because they do not fall clearly within the remit of just one division. The Strategy Division provides a means to respond to such requirements on an organisation-wide basis.

The Strategy Division is also responsible for developing strategies and policies for the organisation at a strategic level. These involve activities that affect the organisation at a multi-divisional level, such as policy, practice and procedures in relation to international work, case prioritisation, evaluation of the outcomes of cases etc.

Communication plays a strategic role in the organisation and also forms part of the Strategy Division. The Competition Authority aims to achieve legitimacy through the respect of consumers, businesses and policymakers – our key stakeholder groups. Competition should be seen as part of the solution to the economic crisis, not part of the problem. Effective communication is vital to the Authority’s achievement of its objectives.

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Strategy Division