Tom Parlon (Laois-Offaly, Progressive Democrats)

The BCI has asked Today FM to stop broadcasting the advertisement pending a final decision. It has invited the views of Today FM and the advertising agency placing the advertisement about the matter. They can make submissions in writing, outlining why they believe the advertisement is not contrary to section 10(3) of the 1988 Act. Given that a final decision has not yet been reached, it is incorrect to suggest that a final interpretation has been issued under section 10(3) of that Act. The process is ongoing. Any subsequent decision on the advertisement is solely a matter for the BCI, after it has conducted an independent assessment in accordance with its statutory role.

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