HC Deb 09 November 1970 vol 806 c29W
84. Mr. English

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications whether he will now make a statement on the future of local radio.

88. Mr. Gorst

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications what discussions he has had during the summer adjournment on the future of commercial local radio; and whether he will make a statement.

90. Mr. Iremonger

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications if he will ensure that local commercial radio is organised on a regional and not a narrow local basis.

Mr. Chataway

I am giving close consideration to all aspects of the establishment of a system of local commercial radio. I have been meeting a great variety of interested parties, and I hope to be able to put my proposals before the House in the New Year.