Policy Threads

Delivering Gigabit Connections in New Builds

Delivering Gigabit Connections in New Builds is a policy initiative led by DCMS and HM Treasury to mandate gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure in new residential and commercial developments. The scheme is currently active with draft Building Regulations (Approved Document R) and recent government response to consultation on implementation requirements for developers.

7 Mar 2022 | Announcement Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport linked

Supporting the Deployment of 5G and Extending Mobile Coverage - Planning Update

UIN: HCWS662 Now, more than ever, reliable digital connectivity is essential for people and businesses. We have committed to extending mobile geographical coverage across the UK. In order to improve coverage in rural parts of the country, the Government has …

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3 Dec 2021 | Announcement Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport linked

Building Digital UK Update

UIN: HCWS440 Broadband plays a pivotal role in today’s society. Its significance has been highlighted by Covid-19 and its importance will only increase in future years. Tackling the digital divide means ensuring that everyone in the UK can access and …

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3 Dec 2021 | Announcement Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport linked

Building Digital UK Update

UIN: HLWS428 I am repeating the following Written Ministerial Statement made today in the other place by my Honourable Friend, the Minister for Media, Data, and Digital Infrastructure, Julia Lopez MP:Broadband plays a pivotal role in today’s society. Its significance …

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17 Mar 2020 | Announcement Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport linked

Gigabit Broadband Roll Out

UIN: HLWS161 My Honourable Friend the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Digital Infrastructure, Matt Warman MP, has made the following Statement:This government has ambitious plans to achieve nationwide rollout of future-proof gigabit broadband as soon as pos...

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