Vol. 480 No. 2
56 Mr. Barrett asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise and Employment her views on the need to introduce legislation to deal with competition issues in the newspaper industry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13739/97]
Competition is essential if we are to have diversity and plurality in the newspaper industry. How that can be achieved most effectively is a matter for debate. I am considering the best approach to take in this area, having regard to the views of the Competition Authority, the Newspaper Commission and others.
The enforcement powers in the Competition (Amendment) Act, 1996, could play an important role in promoting competition in this sector.
