Dáil
‹ Order of Business Broadcasting charge Bill
Summary
Timmy Dooley asks whether the broadcasting charge Bill will support local radio from increased revenue. The Taoiseach says the Bill remains in preparation and the proposal will be considered.
When is it intended to bring the broadcasting (amendment) Bill before the House? As the Taoiseach is aware, that legislation will remove the television licence fee and replace it with a broadcasting charge. The revenue accruing to the State will increase as a result. Will the Bill contain a provision to facilitate the disbursement of some of the moneys collected to the local radio station network, which provides a considerable level of public service broadcasting?
