Debating Scottish media's future

THE future of Scotland's broadcasting industry is to be discussed at a conference in Edinburgh.

In the wake of recent controversy about the funding of the BBC and Channel 4, a one-day conference will see Linda Fabiani, Minister for Culture, join a host of experts to debate the findings of the Scottish Broadcasting Commission and their potential impact.

Speakers will include Stuart Cosgrove, director of nations and regions at Channel 4, Vicki Nash, the director of Ofcom Scotland, and Ian Small, the head of public policy at BBC Scotland.

Professor Neil Blain, head of film, media and journalism at the University of Stirling, said:

"Implementing the recommendations will require sustained political will."

The conference will be held at the Hilton Grosvenor on February 11.