§ 16. Mr. John Grantasked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications if he is satisfied with the operation of Section 8 of the Sound Broadcasting Act 1972.
§ Sir J. EdenYes, Sir.
§ Mr. GrantWill the Minister confirm that when the two London commercial radio stations began their operations there were no local advisory committees in existence as required by the Act? Can he say why that was? What is the current situation? What steps will he take to ensure that the situation does not arise again?
§ Sir J. EdenThe IBA is pressing ahead with the appointment of members of the advisory committee. A chairman 600 and four members have already been appointed but not a complete advisory committee. Some difficulties have been encountered, partly because of the need to get a more balanced list of suggestions from the GLC.