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.
Horsham MP Jeremy Quin recently joined representatives of CityFibre and build partner Lanes-I for a tour of their £12m town fibre rollout.
He was introduced to the fibre digital infrastructure and provided demonstrations of the typical build process, including excavation and reinstatement.
“As we move into the digital age, it’s of vital importance that Horsham has the digital infrastructure it needs to thrive,” he said.
A CityFibre spokesperson added: “According to research from Hatch, in Horsham alone, our network is expected to contribute £58m in productivity and innovation, and a £75m increase in house value.”