Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 January 2013
418. Deputy Jack Wall asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his views regarding ComReg (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to such problems and the actions to be taken to overcome same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2469/13]
View answerI am aware of the press article referred to by the Deputy.
This is an issue that will arise right across the EU as 4G services are rolled out and I can confirm that a group has been established by my Department to examine the degree to which this issue may arise in Ireland when the roll-out of 4G services commences later in 2013.
This group comprises officials from my Department, as well as representatives from ComReg, the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland, RTÉ and the mobile industry and its focus will be on assessing the potential for any interference in regard to households that use “free to air” television and to identify any possible remedial measures that may be required.
ComReg has already confirmed its view that any disruption that may arise to TV signals would be capable of being addressed by filters which are available.
It is my intention that an agreed joint strategy, as necessary, that fully addresses the issue should be put in place in advance of 4G roll-out.
