Mr. Michael Kelly:

We believe the changes that could be introduced would be relatively simple. In addition to all the other types of content that can currently be supported, changes are needed to allow the Bill to specifically name "core news and current affairs content on radio" as an area where funding can be provided. Areas already in the Bill include digital transformation, new coverage and so on but we feel that excludes us. We ask that this be changed to specifically set out that our sector can be covered.

The Bill refers to public service content providers in a very general way. By doing that, it does not recognise the unique, highly regulated sector we operate in. We meet standards of regulation that are only met by RTÉ, Virgin Media and us. This is a very high level for us to reach and we believe it makes us exceptional and qualifies us for some proportionate, moderate but special treatment.