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Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Tuesday, 2 Apr 1996

Vol. 463 No. 6

Written Answers. - V Chip Technology.

Liam Lawlor

Ceist:

139 Mr. Lawlor asked the Minister for Arts, Culture and the Gaeltacht the Minister that is responsible for the inclusion of the micro circuit, known as the V chip, in new television sets in view of recent replies to Parliamentary Questions by Ministers; if his attention has been drawn to a decision at EU level to compel manufacturers to include this technology in all new sets; his views on whether extensive consultations should take place in the country with various bodies including parents' councils, as per Deputy Lawlor's earlier suggestion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7142/96]

I refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 119 of 5 March 1996 (columns 1274-1275 refer) which outlines my position in regard to the matter raised by him.

While I have no function in the matter I understand that no decision has been made at EU level compelling manufacturers to include this technology in all new sets. The question is therefore premature.

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