Broadband: Rural Areas
Commons · Question 21460 · Tabled 19 Dec 2024 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 8 Jan 2025
Question
Asked by Freddie van Mierlo
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps is he taking to ensure that all villages are included the rollout of broadband infrastructure.
Answer
Answered by Chris Bryant, 8 Jan 2025
The Government is committed to the rollout of fast, reliable broadband to all parts of the UK. So far we have over 30 Project Gigabit contracts in place, filling in gaps that are not being met commercially, predominantly in rural areas. This includes a co...