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Access to Telecommunications Networks Bill

26 January 2024

Proposing MP
Helen Morgan Lib Dem
North Shropshire
Type
Ten Minute Rule Bill

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the Access to Telecommunications Networks Bill, which aims to improve access to telecommunications networks in underserved areas. The Access to Telecommunications Networks Bill aims to improve mobile phone coverage and connectivity for residents in rural areas like North Shropshire. Helen Morgan's Access to Telecommunications Networks Bill aims to increase mobile network coverage in rural areas by requiring operators to share infrastructure and allow roaming.

Action Requested

The MP is proposing a Ten Minute Rule Bill to address the issue of poor access to telecommunication networks, aiming to ensure better connectivity for communities across the UK.

Key Facts

  • The Access to Telecommunications Networks Bill is being proposed.
  • It aims to improve network coverage in underserved areas.
  • The shared rural network aims for 4G coverage from 91% to 95% by 2025.
  • Government has invested £500 million in masts for notspots.
  • EE met its obligations six months ahead of the June 2024 deadline.
  • In North Shropshire, less than 60% of premises have indoor coverage from all operators.
  • The Bill would require mobile network operators to share infrastructure at a reasonable price.
  • It aims to incentivise operators to allow other companies' customers to roam on their networks.
  • The measures are intended to tackle partial notspots but do not address total notspots.
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