§ Mr. Peter BottomleyTo ask the Chairman of the Information Committee if he will estimate the cost of adding BBC Radio 1, 5 live, Classic FM, and Sky News and Sport to the Palace television and radio choices. [38759]
§ Mr. WallerThe estimated cost is £31,400 including VAT, plus satellite programme charges. The Committee plans shortly to review the use of the audio and video channels and make recommendations on changes that might be made. I shall ask the information systems officer to write to the hon. Member explaining the technical details which underly the estimated cost.