Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail)

I thank the Minister for taking on board the increase to seven years. All sides feel that was warranted and a step in the right direction. Another step in the right direction would be for the Minister to reconsider the concept of a heritage channel. Senator Phelan made the point that the move to digital broadcasting is exceptionally important. We need to ensure the structures exist in a way that incentivises that move. The points being made today should be examined prior to the Bill going before the Dáil. If the move in that direction does not occur, it will inhibit what we are trying to achieve.