Sept 14 (Reuters) - Australian Competition and Consumer Commission :
* ACCC releases soi on proposed Foxtel, Ch 10 acquisitions
* says is concerned that the proposed acquisitions have the potential to substantially lessen competition for supply of free-to-air television
services in Australia
* the proposed acquisitions may increase the likelihood of Ten and Foxtel entering into joint bids and other commercial arrangements for acquisition of sports rights
* statement of issues seeks more information on, and importantly reaction to, the competition issues that have arisen in the ACCC's review to date
* ACCC expects to announce its final decision on Thursday 22 October 2015
* Ten will also have an option to acquire 10% of Presto TV, a joint venture between Foxtel and the Seven Network
* is concerned that proposed acquisitions may reduce competition in sale of advertising
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