HC Deb 06 November 1989 vol 159 cc492-3W
Sir Russell Johnston

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what conclusions he has now reached on Comunn Na Gaidhlig's proposal for a Gaelic broadcasting council.

Mr. Lang

No decision has yet been taken on proposals for the establishment of a Gaelic broadcasting council. The Government are currently giving very careful consideration to the future of Gaelic broadcasting and an announcement of their conclusion will be made shortly.

Sir Russell Johnston

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he last met representatives of Comunn Na Gaidhlig to discuss Gaelic television.

Mr. Lang

The Secretary of State met representatives of Comunn Na Gaidhlig on 17 April 1989 to hear their views on the future of Gaelic broadcasting.