Debates between Karen Bradley and Helen Goodman during the 2017-2019 Parliament

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Debate between Karen Bradley and Helen Goodman
Thursday 29th June 2017

(7 years, 4 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Karen Bradley Portrait Karen Bradley
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That is why I am minded to refer to a phase 2 inquiry, to ensure that we have full confidence in whatever decision I finally take.

Helen Goodman Portrait Helen Goodman (Bishop Auckland) (Lab)
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In coming to its view on the commitment of those involved to broadcasting standards, did Ofcom take account of the new civil case on phone hacking, in which the judge has required James Murdoch to surrender his personal laptop?

Karen Bradley Portrait Karen Bradley
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I would have to ask the hon. Lady to wait for the Ofcom report and to look at that. However, I remind her that the duty on Ofcom in terms of fit and proper persons is an ongoing duty; it needs to be constantly reviewed and reflected on, and that is for Ofcom to do.