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of general economic interest broadly and quality related, so that programming can be diverse and also
include parts financed by advertising.
A more detailed outline of the current state of competition policy in the field is attached as Appendix
2 to this Annex 1.1.C.
Spectrum Regulation
According to the Framework and Authorisation Directives on electronic communications, there are
four main areas of activity in EU radio spectrum policy:
The identification of needs for spectrum coordination at EU level – including the monitoring of a
wide range of EU policy areas which depend on radio spectrum, such as electronic
communications, transport and research.
Initiating harmonisation of spectrum usage in individual bands across Europe where necessary.
The establishment of policy priorities in cases where there is conflict between different requests
for spectrum use.
Setting the regulatory environment for access to radio spectrum, with the aim of easier and
more flexible access by public and private users.
The allocation and management of radio spectrum in the European Union is administered by national
administrations, as radio spectrum remains principally the responsibility of Member States. However,
the European Commission ensure that the use and management of radio spectrum in the EU reflects
relevant EU policies goals. The 2009 Review of the Regulatory Framework for Electronic
Communications has led to a new instrument in the area of Radio Spectrum Policy. According to the
revised Framework Directive, the Commission may submit legislative proposals to the European
Parliament and Council for establishing multi-annual Radio Spectrum Policy Programmes (RSPP).
Copyright
Council Directive 93/83/EEC of 27 September 1993 addresses issues relating to the coordination of
certain rules concerning copyright and rights related to copyright applicable to satellite broadcasting
and cable retransmission.
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