Mandates versus business flexibility

More than 500 service stations around the country are without at least one type of fuel, as the Prime Minister calls a national cabinet meeting for Monday to better co-ordinate action between states and the Commonwealth.

Business groups have warned energy access - and skyrocketing costs - are already pulling the handbrake on growth and productivity, calling for government to put every possible response on the table.

• Guest: Andrew McKellar, CEO of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Producer: Jason Whittaker