The committee's report approached the subject of licensing local radio services from the perspective of the experience of local radio stations in Ireland. In some quarters, this approach might be criticised on the basis that it would not provide balanced analysis. I am of the view that the approach adopted by the committee was useful. The committee's report offers a particular perspective on the subject and has contributed to opening up debate on this topic. The views of those who have been licensed are articulated clearly in the report. Since the report was published the committee has continued the debate in a useful and thorough session with the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland. I have no doubt that as my own review progresses, the committee will return to this issue.