Broadband: Coastal Areas and Ports
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of digital connectivity for businesses operating in ports, docks and coastal industrial zones.
Answered by Kanishka Narayan
Network coverage data published by Ofcom does not include specific datasets for ports, docks or coastal industrial zones.
The Government recognises that high quality digital connectivity is essential for businesses in the UK, including those operating in ports, docks and coastal industrial zones. This is why our ambition is for all populated areas to have higher quality standalone 5G by 2030, and we have a target to deliver nationwide (99%) gigabit broadband coverage by 2032.
Through Project Gigabit, we are delivering fast, reliable broadband to UK premises not included in suppliers' commercial plans.
We are also investing in projects across the UK through the 5G Innovation Regions Programme, which aims to increase investment in 5G networks and encourage the adoption of advanced connectivity services in key sectors, including ports and industrial zones.
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