Written questions

Public Service Broadcasting

2026-06-16 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · 10696 · Official question

Jamie Stone

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, if she will review the public service broadcasting framework to increase protections for local and regional news provision.

Answer

While the Government recognises STV’s operational independence, it is important that they continue to provide for all audiences in Northern and Central Scotland. I have recently engaged with STV senior leadership to communicate my disappointment with this...