Let the debate begin

The future of broadcasting in Scotland has long been a contentious subject, politically, culturally and commercially. It was only a matter of time, therefore, before a Nationalist-led executive should question the standing of broadcasting in Scotland and its regulation, which is still a reserved power. Nevertheless, the First Minister's announcement of the setting up of a Scottish Broadcasting Commission under Blair Jenkins, a former head of news and current affairs at BBC Scotland and director of broadcasting at Scottish Television, provides an opportunity to examine the industry's commitment to Scotland and the constant criticism that national news programmes, in particular, are too London-centric.