Written questions

Broadband: Advertising

Commons · Question 14700 · Tabled 18 Nov 2024 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 21 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Greg Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if he will have discussions with the Advertising Standards Authority on the mis-advertising of part-copper broadband.

Answer

Answered by Chris Bryant, 21 Nov 2024

In September, Ofcom issued new guidance to ensure consumers are told in clear terms about the technology that underpins their broadband service. At point of sale, providers will no longer be able to use the term ‘fibre’ on its own; they must now state whe...