Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 17879

Broadband: Rural Areas

Tabled: 4 December 2024

Answered: 12 December 2024

Question

Stuart Anderson

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what recent steps he has taken to help improve broadband connectivity in rural areas.

Answer

Chris Bryant

The Government is committed to the rollout of fast, reliable broadband to all parts of the UK. The latest data from the independent website Thinkbroadband.com shows that over 85% of UK premises can now access a gigabit-capable connection.To improve covera...

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