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The speaker confirms their unchanged position and intention to refer a merger to the CMA on media plurality grounds. A review of 43,000 representations showed most were campaign-inspired, with only 30 providing substantive new evidence. The focus was on broadcasting standards, prompting further advice from Ofcom. The speaker publishes exchanges with Ofcom, seeking clarification on broadcasting standards, compliance, and governance. After considering all representations and Ofcom's advice, the speaker decides to refer the merger to the CMA based on genuine commitments to broadcasting standards.

What was the speaker's decision regarding the merger on media plurality grounds?

• To refer the merger to the CMA

• To approve the merger

• To reject the merger outright

• To delay the decision

How many of the 43,000 representations were considered substantive?

• 300

• 30

• 3,000

• 43,000

What was the main focus of the substantive representations?

• Corporate governance

• Broadcasting standards

• Media plurality

• Financial implications

What did the speaker request from Ofcom in light of the representations?

• A legal review

• A financial report

• Further advice

• A public statement

On what grounds did the speaker decide to refer the merger to the CMA?

• Financial stability

• Corporate governance

• Broadcasting standards

• Market competition