HC Deb 21 November 1983 vol 49 cc8-9W
Mr. Rathbone

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he will be announcing the 12 chosen cable franchise areas.

Mr. Hurd

We hope to do so before the end of November.

Mr. Rathbone

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when he plans to publish the Bill to license and regulate cable television in the United Kingdom.

Mr. Hurd

Early in December.