L'autorita' di regolazione dei trasporti: profili funzionali e organizzativi

The thesis deals with the analysis of the role and functions performed by the Transport Regulatory Authority, in light of the liberalization process that has affected the transport sector. First of all, are examined the structural and organizational aspects of the Authority, with particular reference to the functions, powers, and areas of intervention. Furthermore, the subject of the investigation is the regulatory regulation applicable to the Authority. After that, the analysis focuses on the constitutional framework in which the Authority is set up, in particular emphasizing the points of contact between the functions attributed to the Authority and those attributed to the territorial autonomies, to the other independent administrative authorities, and, last but not least, to other institutions operating in the transport sector. Are highlighted the interferences with political power, in consideration of the influence of the Authority's actions with respect to the government policy. The Authority's choices regarding relations with foreign administrations, and with international organizations are also the subject of further study. Finally, the thesis analyzes some of the most significant actions implemented by the Transport Regulatory Authority in the transport sectors, in order to verify concretely the role played by the Authority and ascertain the real impact of transport regulation on the various markets. In particular, is examined the regulatory activity carried out by the Authority in the railway sector, the road sector, the aviation sector, local public transport and maritime transport.