Written questions

Broadband: Sutton Coldfield

Commons · Question 27405 · Tabled 7 Sep 2026 · Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 14 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Sir Andrew Mitchell

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the availability of gigabit-capable broadband for small businesses in Royal Sutton Coldfield.

Answer

Answered by Ian Murray, 14 Sep 2026

The Government is committed to ensuring at least 99% of UK homes and businesses receive gigabit broadband coverage by 2032. As of January 2026, Ofcom reports 80% of commercial premises in the Sutton Coldfield constituency already have access to a gigabit-...