HC Deb 27 June 1972 vol 839 c326W
Mr. McBride

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications how many applicants have been successful in obtaining powers to operate local commercial radio stations in Wales; and if he will state the conditions under which these applicants are to be empowered to operate these stations in Wales.

Sir J. Eden

No contracts have been awarded yet. Only the Independent Broadcasting Authority, when it has come into legal existence on 12th July, will be able to consider applications for programme contracts. It will be its responsibility to decide whether to make disclosures beyond what is required of it by Section 10 of the Act.