Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 59177

Broadband: Coastal Areas and Rural Areas

Tabled: 11 June 2025
Answered: 19 June 2025

Question

Anna Gelderd

LabourSouth East Cornwall

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps his Department is taking to improve digital connectivity in (a) rural and (b) coastal communities.

Answer

Chris Bryant
We recognise that poor internet access can pose significant challenges for rural and coastal communities. The Government is committed to delivering nationwide gigabit broadband. We now expect this target to be reached by 2032. The government also wants al...

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