HC Deb 17 July 2003 vol 409 cc563-4W
Mr. Allen

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what recent discussions she has had on renewal of the BBC's Charter. [125079]

Tessa Jowell

I am now considering the best way to conduct the Charter Review process. As I indicated in the House on 14 July, we intend to publish proposals on the Charter Review process before Christmas. The process will be wide-ranging and thorough and will provide a number of opportunities for public debate.