Press Release: European Commission presents new roadmap for short-and medium term update of EU audiovisual policy

The European Commission adopted on 15 December 2003 a new policy document, 'The future of European regulatory audiovisual policy'. This follows wide public consultation on the 'Television without frontiers' (TVWF) Directive, as well as a comprehensive debate with the Member States, which helped to identify those areas where further action is necessary. As a result of the consultation process, the Communication proposes a two step approach : the rules on television advertising and on the protection of minors will be the subject of new initiatives in the first quarter of 2004. For other issues, where further reflection is needed, work with experts in focus groups and independent studies will take place in 2004 as a preparation for any legislative proposal concerning an update of the Directive that could be put forward in 2005.

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