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The question is quite clear. One of our principal objectives was to end BSkyB’s longstanding monopoly concerning the broadcasting of live Premier League matches and I think that this objective has been achieved. In particular Setanta has now emerged as a viable competitor to BSkyB and will be able to exercise commercial and pricing pressure on BSkyB. The sale of the live TV rights to two rival broadcasters already provides consumers with a greater choice than before. How much of an impact this will have will depend on the commercial strategies of BSkyB and Setanta.
It is far too early to say whether the level of competition that this has introduced will be enough. However, given the position of third parties and of the national authorities, if the consumer does not benefit from the FA Premier League’s current process, it is inevitable that there will be more discussions at national level about these issues in the future and that would be the time to deal with the Premier League.
The Commission’s Article 9 decision cannot and should not prevent this. As the honourable Member is aware, not all the competition problems have been resolved, nor would I want the decision to be used against national authorities or courts should they wish to intervene further. I am extremely grateful for the efforts, help and support of the OFT and Ofcom in this case."@en1
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