House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Project Gigabit Winter Update
09 February 2022 · Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
Proposed by Julia Lopez Con Hornchurch and Upminster
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Project Gigabit progress is detailed in a winter update statement.
- New supplier procurements are announced to expand gigabit-capable broadband.
- BDUK will become an Executive Agency of DCMS and relocate to Manchester.
Issue summary
The statement discusses the progress of Project Gigabit, focusing on the expansion of gigabit-capable broadband connections across the UK.
Action requested
The update announces new supplier procurements and highlights ongoing work with local authorities to extend voucher projects. It also notes that BDUK will become an Executive Agency of DCMS and will be relocating its headquarters to Manchester.
Key facts
- Over 65% of UK premises now have gigabit-capable connections.
- Project Gigabit has connected over 3,500 public sector building hubs since April 2021.
- BDUK will become an Executive Agency of DCMS with a new head office in central Manchester.
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