Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I will certainly convey the Deputy's views. I know he will have an opportunity to discuss this with the Minister, Deputy White. According to the information I have, the cultural criterion in the case of France is a much narrower and more identifiable criterion than would be the case with what the Deputy proposes. I know the Deputy has a considerable amount of data on the matter, particularly Johnny Duhan's research. I am sure that would be considered.

I share the Deputy's views that programmes such as Ronan Collins's definitely give an opportunity to Irish musicians. As I stated in my original contribution, it is a condition of licence for some local radio stations that they play certain types of music. That is the case with many local stations. I am sure the Deputy will make a very strong case to the Minister and I will convey it to him as well.

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