Covid-19 Pandemic Supports

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 June 2020

Tuesday, 16 June 2020

Ceisteanna (793)

Cathal Crowe

Ceist:

793. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if a newspaper (details supplied) and other similar freesheet newspapers will be financially supported during the Covid-19 pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11010/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment

I have no statutory function in relation to newspapers other than in relation to media mergers.

Funding under the Sound and Vision Scheme is restricted under the Broadcasting Act 2009 to broadcast media and is funded by TV licence receipts.