The provisions of the Bill before us today are simple, straightforward and highly commendable. If we are not to further loosen our grip on our heritage and culture, we must provide incentives, and make possible the creation of good and appropriate programming all over the country. This incentive is designed in the terms of the Bill, "to develop high quality programmes based on Irish culture, heritage and experience". There are large untapped reserves of material all around the country which would prove very interesting, not only to those of a more mature age, but to young listeners who might be exposed to them. Local radio and television must be encouraged to make such programmes and funding is the best incentive. The best vehicle would probably be local radio stations to which young people listen most.