Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 43717
Broadband: Rural Areas
Tabled: 2 April 2025
Answered: 8 April 2025
Named DayQuestion
Henry Tufnell
Labour — Mid and South Pembrokeshire
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps his Department plans to take to ensure that Physical Infrastructure Access fees structures enable the wider roll out of full fibre broadband to rural areas.
Answer
Chris BryantThe government is committed to delivering 2030 nationwide gigabit connectivity, including in rural areas. The government's strategy supports market entry and expansion by alternative network operators via access to Openreach’s ducts, poles, and other util...
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