Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 45203
Broadband: Rural Areas
Tabled: 8 April 2025
Answered: 28 April 2025
Question
Ms Julie Minns
Labour — Carlisle
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) fee structure on full fibre broadband roll out in rural areas.
Answer
Chris BryantThe government is committed to delivering nationwide gigabit connectivity coverage by 2030. Today, 86% of premises can access gigabit-capable networks.The government's strategy supports market entry and expansion by alternative network operators via easy ...
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