§ Dr. Julian LewisTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if he will make a statement on his plans for the future regulation of the BBC. [140140]
§ Janet AndersonWe intend to publish the Communications White Paper next month, and it will propose new measures to replace current legislation on broadcasting and telecommunications. My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State cannot say at this stage what the White Paper will say on future regulation of the BBC.
§ Dr. Julian LewisTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if he will list the criteria he will apply in making any recommendations about the appointment of the next Chairman of the BBC. [140139]
§ Janet AndersonThe criteria for the post of Chairman will be set out in the job specification at the relevant time.
§ Dr. Julian LewisTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what plans he has to hold discussions with the Prime Minister about the appointment of the next Chairman of the BBC. [140138]
§ Janet AndersonThe appointment of the Chairman of the BBC Board of Governors is made by Her Majesty The Queen on the advice of the Prime Minister. My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State will have the opportunity to offer his views to the Prime Minister as part of the normal appointments process, at the appropriate time.