Who will be exempt from the requirements of the legislation? Why?
Certain organisations operating in the public interest are exempt from the requirement not to contact numbers listed on the Do Not Call Register. Exemptions are provided for telemarketing calls made by government bodies, registered political parties, Independent Members of Parliament and nominated political candidates, religious organisations, charities and educational institutions. These exemptions are important to ensure that these organisations and people can continue to provide services to the community. Exemptions will also apply where a telephone account holder (or their nominee) has consented to receive a call, either expressly, or because of their existing relationship with a company, such as an individual’s bank or telecommunications service provider.
