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Written question asked by Lucy Powell (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 June 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 June 2023. It was answered by John Whittingdale (Conservative) on Tuesday, 13 June 2023 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Public Service Broadcasting: Advertising

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether the Department has made an assessment of audience support for Ofcom’s proposed revisions to the rules governing the quantity and scheduling of television advertising on public service channels.

Answer

Ofcom has a statutory duty to maintain standards in broadcast advertising, working in a co-regulatory partnership with the Advertising Standards Authority. Ofcom also has general duties under the Communications Act 2003 in relation to audience impact, including the plurality and diversity of television services.

This is therefore a matter for Ofcom as the independent regulator that administers the Code on the scheduling of television advertising.

Ofcom's consultation on proposed revisions to the rules governing the quantity and scheduling of television advertising on public service broadcasting channels was announced on 19 April and closed on 31 May. In their consultation document, Ofcom set out how it considers its proposals fit with its duties under the Communications Act 2003. Ofcom will publish their final decision after they have considered the responses and evidence, including on the impacts to audiences, as well as Public Service Broadcasters and other broadcasters.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
188296
Session
2022-23
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Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Advertising Public service broadcasting Television
Link
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