Oral Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
“What steps he is taking to improve digital connectivity in rural areas.”
Tabled: 14 November 2024Answered: 20 November 2024
Asked by
Connor Naismith
Labour — Crewe and Nantwich
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology
Answer from Hansard
The Minister for Data Protection and Telecoms (Chris Bryant)
We are improving digital connectivity in rural areas by rolling out 30 Project Gigabit contracts, filling in gaps that are not being met commercially, predominantly in rural areas, and delivering better 4G mobile coverage and eliminating partial notspots through the shared rural network.