Oral Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
“What progress he has made on improving broadband connectivity. ”
Tabled: 10 October 2024Answered: 16 October 2024
Asked by
Emma Foody
Labour (Co-op) — Cramlington and Killingworth
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology
Answer from Hansard
The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology (Peter Kyle)
More than 85% of UK premises can now access a gigabit-capable broadband connection. Through Project Gigabit, more than a dozen suppliers are delivering contracts to bring fast, reliable broadband to more than 1 million more homes and businesses across the country. My team are making good progress and pushing forward with further plans to improve digital connectivity in hard-to-reach communities that would otherwise be missing out.