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Written question asked by Baroness Benjamin (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 7 November 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 November 2016. It was answered by Lord Ashton of Hyde (Conservative) on Thursday, 17 November 2016 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Radio Frequencies

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what discussions they have had with Ofcom about contingency plans for the audio Programme Making and Special Events (PMSE) sector should no audio PMSE equipment be available for use in the 960–1164MHz band by Q2 2020 when the 700MHz band is cleared of PMSE users.

Answer

Ofcom provides monthly updates to DCMS on its work to encourage development of equipment for use in the 960-1164 MHz band. DCMS and Ofcom are also holding meetings with PMSE representatives and equipment manufacturers.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3043
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Audio equipment Ofcom Radio frequencies
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk