Five of the UK’s largest alternative fibre network operators have joined forces to push for fairer access to physical infrastructure operated by Openreach. Initiated by nexfibre, the Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) Coalition also comprises AllPoints Fibre, Community Fibre, Gigaclear, and newly-merged Netomnia and Brsk. Together, these members represent over 5 million premises ready for service, […]
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Digital Secretary Oliver Dowden have met with broadband industry leaders and praised the sector for creating more than 22,000 jobs over the last year as forecasts for gigabit rollout are revised further upwards. They welcomed the firms’ work to help the nation build back better from the pandemic with […]
Gigaclear, the rural broadband provider, has increased its capability to expand its ultrafast, full-fibre network across Britain by opening up a new office and warehousing facility in Swindon, designed to support headquarters, act as a central distribution hub, and supply its workforce with stock and equipment. The company, which has continued to connect rural communities […]
Gigaclear, the rural broadband provider, has officially launched its Community Hub Scheme which aims to provide free broadband to critical community services. Some 137 of Gigaclear’s Community Hubs are already connected to its ultrafast network, but all areas in which Gigaclear is building are encouraged to apply for the initiative. The company, which has continued […]