Senate debates

Thursday, 12 October 2006

Broadcasting Services Amendment (Media Ownership) Bill 2006; Broadcasting Legislation Amendment (Digital Television) Bill 2006; Communications Legislation Amendment (Enforcement Powers) Bill 2006; Television Licence Fees Amendment Bill 2006

In Committee

11:23 am

Photo of Stephen ConroyStephen Conroy (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source

Does the legislation contain any criteria to guide ACMA on when they should be able to approve transactions that breach the five-four test? Mr Chapman, when he appeared before us very briefly, suggested that they would use their professional judgement. I am just wondering if the legislation contains any guidance.

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