In 2017, we saw particularly strong issuance from utility companies. Indeed, combined issuance across nonresource-related sectors was at a record high in 2017. I should note that we would expect issuance to grow in nominal terms as the economy expands. Regardless, it is worth noting that the market is not dominated by resource companies in the way it has been in the past.
[12]  A concept that has worked well in a number of countries is that of deliberative democracy. It essentially involves allowing the public to play a greater role in political decision-making processes. Ireland provides an instructive example of how this can work.