I understand fully my hon. Friend’s point, although I draw his attention to the fact that, while I do not know as much about the structure of the OFT, Ofcom is independent as a regulator. Although the chair is appointed by me, its independence is set out in law. I understand his point and some may feel that the proposal is not distant enough from Government.
Leveson Inquiry
Proceeding contribution from
Maria Miller
(Conservative)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 3 December 2012.
It occurred during Debate on Leveson Inquiry.
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