Written questions

Broadband: Small Businesses

Commons · Question 68295 · Tabled 15 Jul 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 23 Jul 2025

Question

Asked by Gregory Stafford

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential impact of broadband limitations on the digital competitiveness of SMEs.

Answer

Answered by Chris Bryant, 23 Jul 2025

Broadband connectivity is vital for businesses and plays a critical role in driving growth and productivity across the UK.While no direct assessment has been made of the potential impact of broadband limitations on digital competitiveness, wider governmen...