Category: Regulation

The well sign posted decision on the fate of Huawei in the UK is now known. With operators required to stop buying any new Huawei 5G kit and to ensure total removal by 2027.

The Huawei scandal originally arose out of concerns that China might be able to use the extensive involvement of Huawei in 5G networks to do more spying, but now is part of a wider set of sanctions.

There is widespread reporting that Huawei is to be no Huawei 5G kit in networks by 2023, but no definitive statement from the Government as yet.

The Broadband USO has been running for two months now and please get in touch if you have managed to get broadband under USO - everyone would love to hear the success stories.

In addition to the detail last week that telecoms operators are looking to prioritise faults rather than new connections Ofcom has issued some guidance on some regulatory aspects of broadband in the UK.

The early hours of 29th March saw an announcement of how the major providers will treat vulnerable customers during the COVID-19 crisis period.

The situation for new homes has been steadily improving over the last couple of years but in a move that should accelerate this secondary legislation will be introduced to require builders to ensure Gigabit capable services are installed subject to cost limits.

With some broadband providers charging £5 to £7.50 per month for people wanting to retain access to an email address and others just closing accounts a few months after you leave Ofcom is considering taking action under its fairness umbrella.

New Ofcom rules forcing broadband providers to be pro-active in telling us all where we stand on our broadband contracts and whether better deals are available for those out of contract.

The role of Ofcom Chief Executive has now been decided with Dame Melanie Dawes due to take up the position in March.