A broadcasting bill went into eConsultation and was concluded on 18 April 2007. It foresaw the establishment of a Broadcasting Authority of Ireland and would amend RTÉ Authority provisions. The bill was expected to be enacted during 2008 and is part of the priority legislative Programme: 2007-2008 Proposals and will involve a new content regulator taking on the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland (BCI) and RTÉ Authority role.
