Oral Question·Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
“What assessment he has made of his Department's ability to meet the universal service obligation for superfast broadband coverage in Hampshire.”
Tabled: 29 October 2018Answered: 1 November 2018
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
Answer from Hansard
The Parliamentary Secretary, Cabinet Office (Chris Ward)
The Government are putting power, opportunity and resources in the hands of local communities and local businesses. Just last week, the House approved measures to reserve around £1 billion of contracts a year for local businesses in the UK. That will make a big difference to businesses in my constituency and that of my hon. Friend. We are consulting on further steps and will bring them forward soon.