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Energy: Meters

Asked by Alison HumeLabourDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 21 November 2024UIN 14235

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of using cellular smart meters to create a fully functioning smart meter network in the north of England.

Answered by Miatta Fahnbulleh

Under its licence, the Data Communications Company (DCC) is obligated to provide Wide Area Network (WAN) coverage to at least 99.5% of premises across its ‘North’ region.

DCC's work on its Future Connectivity strategy includes consideration of a full range of technical solutions including cellular options.

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