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Telecoms Update

30 November 2020

Proposing MP
Oliver Dowden Con
Hertsmere
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Government has published its 5G Diversification Strategy to build a resilient, open, and sustainable 5G supply chain.

Action Requested

The strategy outlines measures to attract new suppliers, support incumbent ones, accelerate open-interface solutions, and includes an initial investment of up to £250m for specific projects like the National Telecoms Lab and SmartRAN Open Network Innovation Centre.

Key Facts

  • The Government has published its 5G Diversification Strategy.
  • The Telecommunications (Security) Bill will place decisions on a statutory footing.
  • An initial investment of up to £250m is committed for key priorities.
  • The NEC NeutORAN project and SmartRAN Open Network Innovation Centre are being funded as part of the strategy.
  • Lord Ian Livingston chairs the Telecoms Diversification Taskforce.
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