Telecommunications Services.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 February 2007

Tuesday, 13 February 2007

Questions (350)

Catherine Murphy

Question:

421 Ms C. Murphy asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the way he will ensure availability of larger broadband widths; the strategy being adopted to allow real choice for Internet, telephone and television services through this medium; if it is expected such improvements will be dependent on the private sector solely; the obstacles identified as impediments and the solutions proposed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5173/07]

Written answers

Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources (Mr. N. Dempsey)

The provision of telecommunications services, including broadband, is a matter in the first instance for the private sector companies operating in a fully liberalised market, regulated by the independent Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg).