There is a renewed need for a constructive dialogue between government, society and industry to develop common interest and trust, the Chamber of Mines told MPs on Wednesday.It emphasised that consultation on legislation and regulatory matters was of paramount importance, and that mineral policy should be beyond the cycles of political office."Predictable, stable and competitive policy leads to investment — without which inclusive growth is impossible," the chamber said in a presentation to Parliament’s mineral resources committee."Stable policy and a fair regulatory environment remain key drivers for attractiveness and sustainability of the industry. A stable environment will attract foreign direct investment and provide for stable revenue for the government and wealth for the nation," the chamber said.The chamber’s comments come amid ongoing confusion over the future of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Amendment Bill and uncertainty over the contents over the long-a...
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