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Project Gigabit Winter Update
09 February 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
At a Glance
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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