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5G

Commons · Question 90480 · Tabled 12 Nov 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 21 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Martin Wrigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the Electronic Communication Code 2017 on 5G rollout.

Answer

Answered by Kanishka Narayan, 21 Nov 2025

The aim of the 2017 reforms was to encourage investment in digital networks and improve coverage and connectivity across the UK. Our ambition is that all populated areas will have higher-quality standalone 5G by 2030. We are committed to removing barriers...