A recent survey from bOnline has shown that many SMEs are unsure about the availability of altnet in their area, with confusion over the UK’s broadband roll-out strategy.
Digital Infrastructure has begun work to extend its network in the areas of Thurnscoe, Harlington, Barnburgh, Bolton upon Dearne, and Goldthorpe.
Once complete, around 9.7K residents of Thurnscoe and surrounding areas will have fibre access.
The network will be operated by Digital Infrastructure’s sister company BeFibre, and it is expected to go live by Autumn 2023.
Delivery and Operations Director Lionel Spencer said: “Digital Infrastructure continues to work at pace as we aim to provide our build areas with a future-proofed network.”
This represents the latest phase of a targeted £100m private investment to boost the UK’s digital infrastructure.