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Summary
Deputy John O’Mahony asks whether the forthcoming broadcasting Bill is on track; the Minister says its 70 heads have not yet gone to Cabinet.
On the forthcoming broadcasting Bill, which I understand is imminent, have the heads of Bill come before Cabinet? There is much happening in the broadcasting area, such as the broadcasting charge replacing the television licence, new players in the market such as UTV and last week's controversy over GAA sports rights. The Bill was due to be published before Easter. Can the Minister indicate whether the Bill is on track?
Comment on this
I note there is a Bill. As Deputy O'Mahony said, it is on the list. It has 70 heads. At this point, it has not yet come to Cabinet.