HC Deb 08 February 1973 vol 850 cc188-9W
Mr. Gorst

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications when he will publish a frequency allocation plan for commercial local broadcasting in the United Kingdom.

Sir J. Eden

I have no plans to do so.

Mr. Gorst

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications whether the IBA has sought his agreement to the London news station boardcasting not only news and information but also entertainment programmes; and what reply he has given.

Sir J. Eden

No. I would refer my hon. Friend to my predecessor's statement in Committee on 12th April—[Col. 1315.]

Mr. Gorst

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecomunications whether he has received any requests from the IBA for permission to reduce the number of stations in London from two to one; and if he will make a statement.

Sir J. Eden

I have received no such request.