That is indeed one of the duties of the director general.
We have been talking about the role of the regulator and the accountability of the director general.
I should also be prepared to suggest, as one of the amendments proposes, that the director general should be the chairman of the council.
The director general is empowered to determine disputes over the terms or conditions of supply.
That is where a commissioner and a director general must lead, and you can give the staff the opportunity to collaborate in that.
I look to the new director general to exercise those duties with the greatest vigour and care.
In giving his advice, the director general will take account of all relevant factors.
In such circumstances, the director general would like companies to provide abatements in charges.
