Seán Canney (Galway East, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The important thing is we catch something in this legislation or some commitment is made rather than leaving it in abeyance, because if it drifts from this legislation and this opportunity, we could rue what we have done. When the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform gets its hands on it, it will be a different kettle of fish. Even from a music industry point of view, it is very important we take into account the number of local people who get airtime on local stations, which helps their profile and helps develop arts and culture throughout the country at local level. Many local artists get a platform at local radio station level. It is important we continue to support that as well as all the other services they offer. I implore the Minister to have a good look at this again on Report Stage.