7. 6. Statement: Broadcasting in Wales

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 4:50 pm on 21 June 2016.

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Photo of Alun Davies Alun Davies Labour 4:50, 21 June 2016

Llywydd, you’re very kind.

I want to see high-quality investigative journalism that’s well funded. I think the work of Michael Crick on Channel 4 recently over the past few months is a great example of how investigative journalism can hold politicians to account. It’s the role, I hope, of a strong, effective, independent media in our society to hold Government and to hold political representatives to account. That has to be guaranteed within any charter or with any new system of regulation. In terms of the policy approach that we take, clearly, I agree with the points that the Member has made about high-quality drama—production both within Wales and from Wales—and that we need to ensure that we have a charter that recognises the place of Wales and has a service agreement in Wales for Wales that will ensure that we are seen on the screens, as we should be.