Barclay and BT collaborate to connect 50,000 businesses

Tue, 19/03/2024 - 10:53
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Barclay Communications and BT Wholesale are collaborating on a £6m initiative to connect 50,000 premises to FTTP.

The ‘Free Ultra-Fast Fibre’ initiative means businesses in Northern Ireland who have access to FTTP technology (around 91% of establishments), can convert to it at no extra cost.

This comes following research from Barclay’s showing that only 20% of eligible businesses are aware of and utilising FTTP.

Participants will receive complimentary installation, FTTP delivery, a new line/ONT box, and a service upgrade.

The pair hopes to connect 50,000 businesses by the end of 2024.

John Roulston, Barclay Communications' Sales Director, said: "Our goal is to simplify the process for our customers, as we understand that complexity often deters them.”

Britt Megahey, Founder of Barclay Communications, added: “We aim to empower businesses, bridge the digital divide and drive economic growth in the region.”

Pictured: Britt Megahey, Founder of Barclay Communications and Katrina O’Mahony, Senior Sales Manager, BT Wholesale