Baroness Howe of Idlicote
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Baroness Rawlings
The noble Lord, Lord Harrison, makes an important point, but within the framework of the BBC charter and agreement, the provision for TV drama created specifically for children is a matter for the BBC; there is no provision for the Government to intervene.
Baroness Howe of Idlicote
My Lords, does the Minister agree that as well as film and radio for children, which are hugely important, the making of cartoon films—I am here thinking especially of S4C—has been a major contribution and one that can be exported around the world? I hope that nothing will happen to prevent S4C continuing its excellent work.
Baroness Rawlings
Concerning that, the Government also support FILMCLUB, which is a free service helping state schools to set up film clubs for children and young people, to do exactly that.