Originally plublished in Getting the Deal Through
– Telecoms and Media 2012
Communications policy
1 Policy
Summarise the regulatory framework for the telecoms and media
sector. What is the policymaking procedure? The Irish
government's policy in the communications sector is to open up
electronic communications networks and services. The stated policy
in relation to broadcasting is to serve Irish society by
regulating, shaping and supporting the broadcasting environment, so
that broadcasting reflects Ireland's diverse and democratic
nature. In terms of media ownership, the government's policy is
to protect plurality of media by spreading ownership among
individuals and undertakings.
