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.
Hyperoptic has been tasked by Hillingdon Council to bring full fibre to 10,000 social homes across the borough.
The partnership will start with Hyperoptic connecting 500 properties in the north east of the district.
James Prowse, Regional Manager, Social Housing, Hyperoptic: “Councils have a really important role to play in enabling us to realise the mission of ending digital poverty.”
Cllr Douglas Mills, Hillingdon Council Cabinet Member for Corporate Services, added: “As more and more day-to-day services are delivered digitally, it’s vital we work with willing partners to provide connectivity for our residents.”