UK Data and Digital Infrastructure Minister urges broadband providers to limit new telegraph pole installations while expanding full-fibre services.

UK Data and Digital Infrastructure Minister Julia Lopez has urged broadband providers to limit new telegraph pole installations while expanding full-fibre services. Companies should share existing infrastructure or use underground cables before building new poles, she stated. This comes amid complaints about unnecessary duplication of overhead poles and cables in local communities. 80% of the UK is now covered by full-fibre broadband, up from 6% in 2019.

March 15, 2024
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