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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The Local Digital Television Programme Services (Amendment) Order 2024

05 November 2024 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Stephanie Peacock Lab Barnsley South

Culture, Media & Sport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Local Digital Television Programme Services (Amendment) Order 2024 extends licences for the local TV multiplex and thirty-four local TV services until 2034.
  • The amendment grants Ofcom the authority to extend licences by up to twelve months if necessary.
  • Stephanie Peacock raised the matter in the House of Commons on 2024-11-05.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the renewal of licences for local TV multiplexes and services in the UK.

Action requested

The Government is laying The Local Digital Television Programme Services (Amendment) Order 2024 to extend the licences for the local TV multiplex and 34 local TV services until 2034, with additional powers allowing Ofcom to extend licences by up to 12 months if needed.

Key facts

  • The current licences are due to expire in November 2025.
  • A previous version of the Statutory Instrument was laid on 7 May 2024 but was withdrawn due to election delays.
  • Ofcom will have additional powers to extend licences for up to 12 months before renewing them.
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