§ Mr. DykesTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will consider the abolition of the licence currently required on the purchase of television satellite dish signal receiving units.
§ Mr. AtkinsMy Department is currently reviewing the licensing requirements under the Wireless Telegraphy Act 1949 for virtually all receive-only apparatus, including reception equipment for television broadcasts direct to the home from fixed-service satellites (TVRO equipment). This review will not however affect the licence required for domestic television sets. My right hon. and noble Friend the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry expects to make a statement shortly.