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Written question asked by Stuart Andrew (Conservative) on Thursday, 27 March 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 31 March 2025. It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Thursday, 3 April 2025 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Public Service Broadcasting: Streaming

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she is taking steps with Ofcom on implementing fair terms of carriage for public service broadcasters on streaming platforms under the Media Act 2024.

Answer

My Department is working closely with Ofcom to progress implementation of the Media Act 2024. The Act delegates certain powers to the Secretary of State and to Ofcom in terms of designating ‘in-scope’ services and developing relevant guidance.

The new online prominence regime, under the Act, seeks to support effective negotiations between public service broadcasters and TV platforms for the carriage of designated PSB services (referred to in the Act as “internet programme services”). It does so via a set of “agreement objectives” which both parties must act consistently with, as well as Ofcom guidance, which they are required to consult on.

Further information on Media Act implementation can be found on Ofcom’s website: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/tv-radio-and-on-demand/Media-Act-Implementation/.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
41804
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Public service broadcasting Ofcom Streaming
Legislation
Media Act 2024
Link
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