Written question WQ89753
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- Rhys ab OwenIndependent
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- Minister for Economy
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Question
What consideration has the Minister given to the desirability of devolving broadcasting to Wales?
Answer
Answered by Deputy Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism
The Welsh Government, through the Co-operation Agreement with Plaid Cymru, appointed an Expert Panel in June 2022 to explore the establishment of a shadow Broadcasting and Communications Authority for Wales. As part of its remit, the Panel was tasked with developing a strong evidence base to support the case for the devolution of broadcasting powers to Wales. The Panel’s final report was published in August 2023 and sets out a range of pathways related to devolving regulation and/or accountability for broadcasting and communications to Wales. We are considering the findings of the Panel’s report.