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Asked by Gideon AmosLiberal DemocratDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 4 July 2025UIN 62877

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if he will hold discussions with Connecting Devon and Somerset and Airband on its planned timetable for publishing its connection schedule.

Answered by Chris Bryant

Building Digital UK (BDUK) is in regular contact with Airband and Connecting Devon and Somerset (CDS) in relation to the finalisation of the remaining contracts under the earlier Superfast Broadband Programme. Airband and CDS will publish the latest timeframes for build across the Taunton and Wellington constituency, with the overall contracts expected to be completed in full by Autumn 2027.

CDS is responsible for delivering these contracts and any queries about specific delivery areas and timescales should be directed to CDS.

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