оригіналу.pdf

Asia Television Limited (ATV) filed a complaint against Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) with the Communications Authority (CA) in 2009, alleging that TVB's contracts with artistes and singers, as well as its informal policies and practices, violated sections 13 and 14 of the Broadcasting Ordinance. The CA investigated and found that some of the allegations were substantiated. The complaint centered on four issues: (a) exclusive contracts with harsh terms, (b) a "no original voice" policy, (c) a "no promotion" policy, and (d) a "no Cantonese" policy. The CA rejected TVB's argument that it lacked jurisdiction, stating that sections 13 and 14 of the Broadcasting Ordinance apply to conduct that prevents, distorts, or substantially restricts competition in the TV programme service market. The CA found that TVB's conduct had a significant impact on the market, with TVB contracting a significant proportion of artistes and singers in Hong Kong, including approximately 90% of singers.