Opposition appears unsupportive of public consultations on EFL tariffs – Finance Minister

FCCC consultation on EFL tariff faces scrutiny

Residents in Labasa have raised strong concerns over Energy Fiji Limited’s proposed 32 per cent electricity tariff increase over the next four years. Many say the consultation does not allow proper feedback. At the Labasa Civic Centre, only a small tent was set up outside. Junior staff from the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission spoke […]

Opposition appears unsupportive of public consultations on EFL tariffs – Finance Minister

The Minister for Finance, Commerce and Business Development, Esrom Immanuel, has pushed back against claims by the Leader of Opposition, Inia Seruiratu, that Government’s decision to defer the electricity tariff rollout and launch a 21-day public consultation is “political theatre.” Instead, he insists the move is a deliberate effort to give Fijians a stronger voice in decisions that directly affect their livelihoods. Immanuel said the temporary…