§ 32. Mr. Mayhewasked the Postmaster-General if he will recommend the appointment of a Royal Commission to consider the future of broadcasting in this country.
§ Mr. BevinsThe hon. Member's suggestion has been noted for consideration.
§ Mr. MayhewIs the Minister aware that a Royal Commission will need a good deal of time to cope with this complicated and controversial question, and that the broadcasting organisations, both B.B.C. and commercial television, will need a good deal of notice in respect of the changes that will be required of them?
§ Mr. BevinsYes. I am very conscious of the time factor in this matter. I can assure the hon. Member and the House that the right action, in the view of the Government, will be taken in good time in order to enable all aspects of this question to be very thoroughly examined.
§ Sir R. GrimstonWill my right hon. Friend also take into consideration the fact that there is a large body of opinion which considers that another Royal Commission on this subject is unnecessary?
§ Mr. BevinsYes, I am aware of that point of view.