In light of the scheduled Advanced Poll of voters on May 1, 2012, broadcast licensees are cautioned that where the Content Regulations prohibit the discussion of voting results, purported voting results and results of any opinion polls on polling day until the close of the polls, the applicable polling day is May 7th, the day of General Elections. Accordingly, such discussion of voting results, purported voting results and results of any opinion polls regarding the Advanced Poll are also prohibited from May 1st 2012 until after the close of polls on May 7th. If any additional clarification is needed, you…
UPDATED RELEASE APRIL 19, 2012 URCA today publishes an “Addendum of Errors, Omissions and Corrections” in a revised version of the final decision on the Content Codes issued March 2, 2012. Among the deletions and corrections, is the deletion of the definition for “major political party” and clarification on broadcasting restrictions for advertisements and sponsorships for alcohol. All revisions are detailed in the above captioned section of the revised Code. The revised Code may be obtained via the below PDF document link MARCH 2, 2012 URCA publishes Code of Practice for Content Services The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority today…
URCA announces an executive search to fill the position of Director of Policy and Regulation. Interested persons should apply no later than May 18, 2012. A detailed job description, outlining the core responsibilities of the post, required qualifications, experience and other competencies is outlined in the below linked PDF document. Downloads Job Description, Director Policy & Regulation
On March 30, 2012, the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) initiated engagement with designated Universal Service Providers (USP), to assess their current provision of specified universal services, as prescribed by the Communications Act 2009 (The Act). URCA also issued a consultative document for broader public consultation on the scope and implementation of existing universal service obligations (USO). URCA document reference ECS 12/2012: Framework for the Clarification and Implementation of Existing Universal Service Obligations (USO), Under Section 199 and Schedule 5 of the Communications Act 2009. Universal service in regulated industries refers to the provision of reasonable access to a…
