Southern Cross Austereo has “welcomed” a fast-tracked investigation from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), in the wake of the royal prank and the tragedy which followed it.
Yesterday ACMA revealed it was going to “expedite” its investigation into 2DayFM. In normal circumstances, stations are given 60 days to respond to complaints before anything can be taken up by ACMA.
ACMA's investigation has come after London nurse Jacintha Saldanha reportedly took her life following the now infamous prank call by two 2DayFM presenters.
Southern Cross Austereo chief executive Rhys Holleran has said his company “welcomes” the investigation.
“Southern Cross Austereo welcomes the opportunity to participate in the ACMA investigation and will fully cooperate,” Holleran said.
ACMA said its investigation will focus on the station and not the presenters.
AMCA chairman Chris Chapman said: “The ACMA’s formal regulatory relationship is always with the relevant licensee (and not the presenters of any broadcast in question). The ACMA will be examining whether the licensee has complied with its broadcasting obligations.”
A report in The Australian has suggested the radio network will be forced to reveal who made the final decision about putting the call to air.
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