Ofcom Update: Ofcom proposals on co-regulation of equal opportunities in the broadcasting sector

Ofcom today published a consultation proposing that the co-regulatory system operated by the Broadcast Training and Skills Regulator should be extended to cover equal opportunities.

 

The proposal is designed to encourage broadcasters to take a more positive attitude towards the promotion of equal opportunities, build collaboration between broadcasters, and place responsibility for promoting equal opportunities where action can be taken most effectively.

 

The consultation proposes that the BTSR should take up its new responsibilities from 1 April 2008.

 

The closing date for responses is 9 January 2008. The consultation document is available on the Ofcom website at: 

 

http://www.ofcom.org.uk/consult/condocs/equalopps/

 

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