House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Designation of the Statement of Strategic Priorities for telecommunications, the management of radio spectrum and postal services
27 April 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Proposed by Kanishka Narayan Lab Vale of Glamorgan
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Key points
- The minister is designating the government's Statement of Strategic Priorities for telecommunications, radio spectrum management, and postal services under the Communications Act 2003
- Ofcom must report within 40 days on its proposed actions in response to the statement
- Ofcom is required to publish annual reports detailing progress thereafter
Issue summary
The minister is designating the government's Statement of Strategic Priorities for telecommunications, radio spectrum management, and postal services under the Communications Act 2003.
Action requested
Ofcom must report within 40 days on its proposed actions in response to the statement and publish annual reports detailing progress thereafter.
Key facts
- The Draft Statement was laid before Parliament on 11 February 2026.
- Ofcom must report within 40 days of designation.
- Annual reports will be published by Ofcom setting out actions taken in consequence of the statement.
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