Freedom Fibre is no longer able to complete a contract to roll out gigabit-capable broadband to 12,000 premises in north Shropshire in full, due to changes in the external market, in a new report from the government’s Building Digital UK (BDUK) Agency.
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Leicestershire County Council has teamed with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) to boost connectivity in public sector buildings across hard-to-reach areas.
Gigahubs have been created in 43 sites including of schools, libraries, recycling centres and other community hubs.
The £1.5m programme is designed to make the area more attractive for potential future investment from commercial broadband suppliers.
Councillor Pam Posnett, cabinet member for broadband, said: “This means more children can benefit from cutting-edge digital resources, creates new opportunities to bring communities together and encourages commercial suppliers to bring the fastest speeds to more places.
Telecoms Minister Chris Bryant added: " Our investment is more than just a technological upgrade; it's a catalyst for change in Leicestershire. By enhancing connectivity for schools, libraries and public services, we're transforming how communities and individuals engage with the digital world.
