Superfast connectivity for remote locations. Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite broadband service has been approved by regulator Ofcom

Superfast connectivity for remote locations. Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite broadband service has been approved by regulator Ofcom
Streaming service YouTube restores talkRADIO after a “further review” of its controversial decision to remove it over Covid-19 content
Coronavirus misinformation speculated as reason for YouTube removing Ofcom-regulated TalkRadio from its streaming platform
Ambitious government target for 85 percent coverage of gigabit-capable broadband by 2025 may not be achieved, committee of MPs warn
Ofcom tells providers to ‘do more’ for homes hit by economic turmoil, as coronavirus lockdown lays bare people’s dependence on connectivity
UK communications regulator Ofcom reveals 8 million British homes can now access broadband speeds of up to 1Gbps, despite pandemic
New security bill promises to fine big British telecom firms over £100,000 a day, if they continue using Huawei equipment
Ofcom confirms mobile operators in the UK from December will be banned from selling mobile phones locked to their particular mobile network
British comms regulator issues provisional statement of objections to Motorola Solutions UK and Sepura over police contract
Plans to roll out next generation fibre connections in the hardest to reach areas in the United Kingdom revealed by Openreach
Additional auction of 5G spectrum that was due in the Spring should not go ahead after Huawei removal decision, Vodafone says
O2 has voiced concerns about the organisation of the UK’s upcoming auction of 5G spectrum, creating the prospect of a delay to next-generation services
Ofcom warns London Live after David Icke conspiracy theory interview, and issues guidance to ITV after Eamonn Holmes’ 5G comments
He should know better. Ofcom investigating “as a priority” after Eamonn Holmes makes 5G Coronavirus comment on television
‘Stay connected’ campaign tells people to move routers away from other electrical devices and don’t use microwave during video calls
5G networks well within safety limits. Testing by UK regulator Ofcom of 16 5G base stations in the UK find no identifiable risks for people’s health
More powers on the way for British communications watchdog Ofcom, after Government decides Internet firms cannot regulate themselves
Major changes proposed to boost investment for full fibre deployment for both residential and commercial properties in the United Kingdom
Former Ofcom chief executive Sharon White and Openreach fibre boss Kim Mears recognised for services to public and telecoms industry
Easier switching to other providers. UK regulator begins consultation on ban on smartphones locked to particular mobile networks
To increase mobile services and help drive 5G uptake, UK regulator pledges auction of more ‘mobile airwaves’
No more rural not-spots, after the government and mobile operators pledge a £1 billion plan to create a ‘Shared Rural Network’
New measures protect vulnerable customers from high broadband prices, as well as price cuts for out-of-contract customers
Telecom figures to meet government today to discuss nationwide rollout of fibre to the premise (FTTP)
The UK is becoming a nation of streamers thanks to speedy broadband access, but traditional TV remains top for content
Billing error meant customers were effectively charged twice after purchasing prepaid bundles of minutes, text messages and data
From Monday users can switch to a new provider within one working day without notice period charges
Another 5G network set to arrive this year, as Three readies network for 25 cities and towns in the UK
Greater access to Openreach infrastructure planned by Ofcom as it seeks to drive fibre investment
New Ofcom rules means TV and ISP suppliers must inform customers of best deals, and when a contract ends