Theres a lot of info in those reports and legislation which affects broadband in the UK.
I have to go out in a mo.. so will read again properly later.. but a summary of the main points for broadband
PROJECT 4: CURRENT AND NEXT GENERATION BROADBAND
LEAD: Rachel Clark
ACTIONS COVERED FROM THE FINAL REPORT
Establish a delivery body - the Network Design and Procurement Group - at arm’s length from central Government, to deliver Universal Service Commitment.
Establish a Final Third Project to deliver at least 90% coverage of Next Generation broadband for homes and businesses by 2017.
A small general supplement on all fixed lines from 2010 for a Next Generation Fund.
Linking the Next Generation Fund and the Network Design and Procurement Group.
£150,000 to support localised and community networks through the Independent Networks Co-operative Association (INCA).
Wholesale Markets: (1) Ask community broadband groups for evidence of where access to existing infrastructure or shared digs could speed up deployments (2) as part of scheme design for Next Generation Fund to maximise access (3) Streetworks information 1-2 yrs ahead.
Caio follow up consultation on overhead lines.
