UKWISPA • September 8, 2024
UKWISPA Market Report Release - THE ROLE OF WIRELESS NETWORKS IN ENHANCING DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY IN THE UK
UK – 9 September 2024 – UKWISPA published a new independent report into the positive role that fixed wireless networks can have in enhancing connectivity in the UK. UKWISPA commissionedIntelligens Consultingto undertake the work.
“This report highlights the huge role of FWA alongside fibre in achieving the UK’s ambitions to provide comprehensive access to gigabit broadband connectivity. Not only can roll-out be accelerated, but both urban and rural locations can get their enhanced connectivity sooner, and at less cost,” said UKWISPA’s then Chairman.
Positive Consumer Impact
The report outlines how GBP 4 billion of quantifiable impact can be achieved by exploiting the latest innovations in wireless technology in the UK.
“UK Infrastructure Investors, the DSIT, Ofcom and BDUK are all slowly realising the untapped potential that FWA has in accelerating gigabit internet rollout, and the advantages when built alongside fibre networks,” said UKWISPA’s then Chairman. “This report sets out key areas and policy directions that can maximise this opportunity for the UK.”
Download the reportHERE