
Circular 29/06
Broadcasting Act Amendments
The Broadcasting Act has been amended by the Consumer Protection Laws (Amendment) Act, 2006, Act No. XV of 2006. This law was enacted on 8th August 2006 but has come into force3 with effect from 29th December 2006.
Essentially two amendments have been made to the Broadcasting Act, one to empower the Prime Minister and the Broadcasting Authority to make regulations for the issue of digital radio licences by the Broadcasting Authority and another to enable the Prime Minister to make regulations to implement any European Community obligation in matters relating to broadcasting. The Authority has also been granted enforcement powers in terms of the regulations which still need to be drawn up to implement and enforce such European Community regulations.
10th August 2006