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.
Fri, 12/08/2022 - 14:06
BeFibre has connected its first customer in Ingatestone, following five months of preparations to design, build, and test the network.
The altnet has utilised existing ducts and worked with local authorities and stakeholders to minimise disruption.
“It’s great to see BeFibre continuing its investment in the borough to drive forward digital connectivity for our residents and businesses, especially now when more people than ever are working from home,” said Brentwood Borough Council’s Deputy Leader, Cllr Cliff Poppy.
“Only 24% of UK homes currently have access to full fibre services,” cited BeFibre’s sales director, Tim Dagnell-Scott.
“So waiting for one of the big providers to reach every town and city in the country isn’t an option.”
BeFibre plans to provide gigabit-capable connectivity to up to 1,000,000 premises across 80 towns and cities by 2027.
Pictured (l-r): Cllr Cliff Poppy, BeFibre's first regional customer - John Lee, Tim Dagnell-Scott
