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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Llew Smith (Labour), on Tuesday, 13 June 1995, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 11 members in total.


S4C IN WALES

That this House, while supporting the Welsh Channel S4C, nevertheless recognises that it does not cater for the vast majority of people in Wales, whose only language is English; and therefore calls upon the Secretary of State for Wales to ensure that the English-speaking majority has the opportunity to view Channel 4 and thus ensure freedom of choice for the whole Wales.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received 3 amendments.

1240A2
after 'S4C', insert 'notes that the vast majority of Channel 4 English language programmes are now shown on S4C; and believes that the greater threat to those who live in the Valleys of South Wales is that they will be denied totally of access to Channel 5 programmes.'.
1240A1
at end add `and looks forward to the introduction of digital terrestrial transmission which should make this possible with no diminution of existing Welsh language coverage.'.
1240A1A1
at end add `and calls upon the Government to do all in its power to expedite the use of digital technology.'.

Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
1240 
1240A2 
1240A1 
1240A1A1 
Session
1994-95
Subjects
Wales Welsh language Television S4C
Link
View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk