On the basis of a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General, we took evidence from the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (the Department) and Building Digital UK (BDUK), an agency of the Department, on progress in delivering UK-wide reliable mobile connectivity that meets the country’s needs now and in the future.1 We also received written evidence from the Local Government Association, Digital Mobile Spectrum Limited, Three UK, BT Group, Virgin Media O2, Ericsson and Vodafo...

On the basis of a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General, we took evidence from the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (the Department) and Building Digital UK (BDUK), an agency of the Department, on progress in delivering UK-wide reliable mobile connectivity that meets the country’s needs now and in the future.1 We also received written evidence from the Local Government Association, Digital Mobile Spectrum Limited, Three UK, BT Group, Virgin Media O2, Ericsson and Vodafone UK.2 Type: conclusion | Number: 1 | Response status: accepted Government response: The government agrees with the Committee’s recommendation. coverage from at least one mobile network operator (MNO) is making excellent progress since Building Digital UK (BDUK) reported to the committee in April, with indications that the overarching 95% coverage target will be met ahead of schedul