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245			_aTelecommunications universal service guidelines
260			_bECTEL
260			_c25 July 2008
300			_a19 p.
520			_aProvides guidelines for the effective implementation of Universal Service in telecommunications in Member States of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL). Outlines the broad policy objectives and scope of Universal Service and main goals of the Universal Service Fund within ECTEL Member States and describes the management structure and administrative responsibilities for the Fund within the commission including the accounting procedures required to collect, maintain and disseminate the funds. Provides guidelines on the submission, appraisal and selection of projects and guidelines for preparation of the operating plan and budget, soliciting bids and award of contracts for designated projects and project implementation and monitoring. Also addresses matters relating to disputes and protests associated with operation of the Fund.
556			_aGeneral
650			_aTELECOMMUNICATIONS
650			_aCARIBBEAN
650			_aOECS
650			_aUNIVERSAL SERVICES
650			_aTELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
650			_aTELECOMMUNICATION NETWORKS
650			_aECTEL
797			_aEastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL)
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