Written question asked by Ross Cranston (Labour) on Monday, 5 July 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 July 2004. It was answered by Baroness Morris of Yardley (Labour) on Monday, 12 July 2004 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, when she expects Ofcom will report on its review of alcohol advertising; what (a) guidance and (b) instruction (i) she and (ii) her Department (A) has provided and (B) will be providing about the review and its remit; and if she will make a statement.

Answer: Ross Cranston: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport when she expects Ofcom will report on its review of alcohol advertising; what (a) guidance and (b) instruction (i) she and (ii) her Department (A) has provided and (B) will be providing about the review and its remit; and if she will make a statement. [182794] Estelle Morris: The Department has discussed with Ofcom the recommendations of the Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategy for England--published by the Prime Minister's Strategy Unit--and they have confirmed that they are considering these issues as part of their review of the rules on broadcast advertising for alcoholic drinks. Ofcom are considering the adequacy of the current rules in the light both of academic research and specially commissioned studies; I understand that they intend to consult on any proposed changes this summer. The Department has been briefed on progress with this work but the content of the Codes remains Ofcom's responsibility.

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