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Written question asked by Angus Robertson (Scottish National Party) on Tuesday, 18 October 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 October 2005. It was answered by James Purnell (Labour) on Monday, 24 October 2005 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


BBC

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what assessment the Department has made of the decision to open up 25 per cent. of BBC production to independent companies.
Answer

We will assess the BBC's proposals against the goal of delivering the best possible programmes for licence payers, and respond in the White Paper. We believe that goal will be met by balancing competition from independent producers with a supporting and thriving base of in-house production.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
20223; 438 c65W;438 c65W
Session
2005-06
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
BBC Broadcasting programmes