Michael Finucane (Fine Gael)

I move amendment No. 1:

In page 4, between lines 32 and 33, to insert the following:

"(e) new television or radio programmes to foster understanding of the global dimensions of Irish society.".

When I spoke on Committee Stage I referred to the importance of this amendment. Sometimes we are inclined to forget the international dimension. I think of the contribution of Concern and other such organisations and, under the umbrella body of Dóchas, there are about 33 organisations. I felt there was a chance to recognise this in broadcasting policy by including this theme and the issue of globalisation. I do not see any considerable cost arising from this. However, it would be recognition of the tremendous work such organisations do and the globalisation concept. That is why I tabled the amendment.