Regulatory documents
A guide to our regulatory documents
outlines the features of our regulatory document types; the changes made to our regulatory documents published before 5 July 2007 and how to find the document you are looking for.
Regulatory documents explain our approach in specific areas we regulate:
| Consultation papers (CP) | These documents seek feedback from stakeholders on matters ASIC is considering, such as proposed relief or proposed regulatory guidance.
Before 5 July 2007, these documents may have been issued as:
- policy proposal papers (PPPs)
- discussion papers
- issues papers
- other consultative documents
More information about the July 2007 changes. |
| Regulatory guides (RG) | These documents give guidance to regulated entities by:
- explaining when and how ASIC will exercise specific powers under legislation (primarily the Corporations Act)
- explaining how ASIC interprets the law
- describing the principles underlying ASIC’s approach
- giving practical guidance (for example, describing the steps of a process such as applying for a licence or giving practical examples of how regulated entities may decide to meet their obligations).
Before 5 July 2007, these documents may have been issued as:
More information about the July 2007 changes. |
| Reports (REP) | These documents describe ASIC compliance or relief activity or the results of a research project. |
| Information sheets (INFO) | These documents provide concise guidance on a specific process or compliance issue or an overview of detailed guidance. |
For information about Regulation Impact Statements (RIS), Business Cost Calculation (BCC) reports, our annual regulatory plan, or enforceable undertakings, see Other resources.
ASIC Website: Printed 03/17/2010