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Fifth Report - Broadcasting in Wales
Welsh Affairs Committee
HC 620
Published 27 October 2023
Recommendations
1
Acknowledged
Convene dedicated evidence session with Welsh broadcasting stakeholders during Media Bill Committee Stage.
Recommendation
Broadcasting holds an importance in Welsh national life that is unique among the nations of the United Kingdom. A distinctively Welsh broadcasting sector, underpinned by strong public service broadcasting, is a precious asset that must be allowed to flourish for …
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Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the importance of the Media Bill and commits to continuing engagement with devolved administrations and stakeholders throughout its passage, but notes the Commons Committee Stage has already completed, thereby not committing to the specific request for a dedicated Welsh evidence session at that stage.
Wales Office
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16
Acknowledged
Para 102
Require Ofcom to resume offering FM licences for local and community radio
Recommendation
Ofcom’s decision to prioritise DAB licenses overlooks the high levels of AM/ FM listening in Wales, and does not take into account the difficulties in digital transmission across parts of Wales. Community radio stations believe that FM licences will enable …
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Government Response Summary
The government commits to exploring options with the Welsh Government and Ofcom to support more community radio services in Wales, including considering the role of FM, but clarifies that the decision to offer new FM licences is ultimately for Ofcom to determine.
Wales Office
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