The privatisation debate: Let's settle down Australia
My hairdresser (nee financier) recently asked me a leading question.... "with the election coming up you must have a view on the privatisation of Western Power?". Immediately I said "I can't believe energy economics and regulation is finally cool. Are you sure you want to get me started?" and without drawing a breath I launched into the pros and cons of the sale. Once I finished he said something to the effect of "thanks for that but I do have to correct you on one thing - I