My Lords, I entirely agree with everything that my noble friend Lady Bonham-Carter has said, and perhaps I may ask the Minister a quick question about detail. Will local television be entitled to an average of nine or seven minutes’ advertising an hour?

My Lords, I entirely agree with everything that my noble friend Lady Bonham-Carter has said, and perhaps I may ask the Minister a quick question about detail. Will local television be entitled to an average of nine or seven minutes’ advertising an hour?

My Lords, I, too, thank my noble friend for her presentation. The provision of local news is very important, and we support steps being taken to promote the local democratic process through greater access to information, but there are a few areas of concern which it would be helpful if...

My Lords, I, too, thank my noble friend for her presentation. The provision of local news is very important, and we support steps being taken to promote the local democratic process through greater access to information, but there are a few areas of concern which it would be helpful if...

That the Grand Committee do consider the draft Local Digital Television Programme Services Order 2012. Relevant documents: 37th Report from the Joint Committee on Statutory Instruments

That the Grand Committee do consider the draft Local Digital Television Programme Services Order 2012. Relevant documents: 37th Report from the Joint Committee on Statutory Instruments

My Lords, I thank the noble Baroness for her explanation of the two statutory instruments. The theory behind local TV is laudable; people are interested in what is happening in their local community and should be encouraged to become more knowledgeable and play a part as active citizens, including holding...

My Lords, I thank the noble Baroness for her explanation of the two statutory instruments. The theory behind local TV is laudable; people are interested in what is happening in their local community and should be encouraged to become more knowledgeable and play a part as active citizens, including holding...

My Lords, the UK’s media and public service broadcasting is widely regarded as among the best in the world. We enjoy plurality in newsprint at all levels and have a diverse commercial and community radio sector. Yet the UK’s media market has never properly developed in one significant respect: that...

My Lords, the UK’s media and public service broadcasting is widely regarded as among the best in the world. We enjoy plurality in newsprint at all levels and have a diverse commercial and community radio sector. Yet the UK’s media market has never properly developed in one significant respect: that...

Could I press the noble Baroness on one point, which I asked about but which I do not think she answered? I understand that when the licences are given out, it will be to a provider who will then be able to broadcast 24 hours a day. The local element...

Could I press the noble Baroness on one point, which I asked about but which I do not think she answered? I understand that when the licences are given out, it will be to a provider who will then be able to broadcast 24 hours a day. The local element...

That is a very important point and one that should be considered. This will vary according to the local TV provider and Ofcom will assess bids on the basis of the offer. Local content could run over 24 hours but there are quality controls, and this will be part of...

That is a very important point and one that should be considered. This will vary according to the local TV provider and Ofcom will assess bids on the basis of the offer. Local content could run over 24 hours but there are quality controls, and this will be part of...

My Lords, I thank all noble Lords who have contributed to this short debate with many very valid points and interesting questions. I will try to respond to as many as possible. The noble Baroness, Lady Jones, asked about the declining pool of advertising revenue. Local television is expected to...

My Lords, I thank all noble Lords who have contributed to this short debate with many very valid points and interesting questions. I will try to respond to as many as possible. The noble Baroness, Lady Jones, asked about the declining pool of advertising revenue. Local television is expected to...

Draft Local Digital Television Programme Services Order 2012. Lords debate on a motion to consider. Agreed to on question. Debated with draft Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006 (Directions to OFCOM) Order 2012. Grand Committee held in the Moses Room.

Draft Local Digital Television Programme Services Order 2012. Lords debate on a motion to consider. Agreed to on question. Debated with draft Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006 (Directions to OFCOM) Order 2012. Grand Committee held in the Moses Room.