Next Victorian Government must 'stop regulating the state into decline'
Jim's Group CEO Jim Pennman urges the next Victorian government to reduce regulation ahead of the November state election. He argues over-regulation is driving the state into economic decline.
Stop regulating the state into decline - Jim Pennman, Co-founder and CEO, Jim's Group
Will Victoria's next government cut the red tape hurting tradies?
Affects all trade types including builders, plumbers and electricians. Excess red tape directly increases compliance costs and admin burden for small trade businesses in VIC.
Key takeaways
- Jim's Group CEO is calling on Victoria's next government to pursue meaningful deregulation reform.
- Victoria heads to a state election in November as Australia's most indebted state.
- Over-regulation is seen as a key barrier to economic recovery and business growth in VIC.
- Small trade businesses across all sectors could benefit if compliance burdens are reduced.
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