Written question asked by Chris Pond (Labour) on Wednesday, 13 November 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 November 2002. It was answered by Kim Howells (Labour) on Monday, 18 November 2002 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
Dept for Culture Media and Sport
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, What plans she has to ensure that independent local radio reflects the identity of local communities. (Failed OPQ)
- Answer
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Mr. Pond: :To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what plans she has to ensure that independent local radio reflects the identity of local communities. [81396] Dr. Howells: We recognise the importance of maintaining the distinctive local basis of commercial radio. We therefore propose to retain key local ownership rules, and to give Ofcom a duty to protect and promote local content.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 81396; 394 c13W
- Session
- 2002-03
- Question not reached
- Yes
- Subjects
- Ownership Radio Local broadcasting
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