Liz McManus (Wicklow, Labour)

When I stated that I know, I mean that I suspect the reason this is not done is because of the two silos, that is, ComReg and the BAI, Broadcasting Authority of Ireland. The Minister wants no leakage whatsoever such that ComReg would investigate a broadcaster. If this is the case, it is a very myopic view. If a broadcaster is scamming in this way and is party to the scam, then it must be in the frame. Otherwise, this will lead to various let outs and the premium rate service provider could blame the broadcaster because it could claim to be out of the loop. It is very important that there is a unified approach dealing with all parties involved. Finally, I suggest these two boys should get to bed earlier.

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