§ Mr. PendryTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage when her Department last examined the likely impact of digital technology on the broadcasting of sporting events; and what was the outcome. [1498]
§ Mr. SproatWe have been looking carefully at this and many other issues as we have been developing our proposals for the regulatory framework for digital terrestrial television. Digital technology will mean that there will be more opportunities for the coverage of sport on television, providing greater access and choice for the viewer.