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Marc Ferguson

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  • Broadband Altnet Netomnia Agree Interim Undertakings as Part of UK Competition Review

    Broadband Altnet Netomnia Agree Interim Undertakings as Part of UK Competition Review

    Netomnia’s Interim Undertakings: A Game Changer in the UK Broadband Landscape The​ recent agreement on interim undertakings by broadband choice⁢ network provider Netomnia​ as part of the UK Competition and Markets authority (CMA) review signals a significant ​shift in the telecommunications landscape. For UK consumers,this progress may mean improved‍ access ​to competitive pricing and enhanced…

  • Hidden Notspots: The central London home that couldn’t order gigabit broadband at its front door

    Hidden Notspots: The central London home that couldn’t order gigabit broadband at its front door

    Hidden Notspots:‍ The Unseen‌ Challenges of ‍Gigabit ⁣Broadband in Central London In a surprising twist for urban connectivity, a central London residence ‌has become a focal point for discussions about the ​accessibility of gigabit broadband. Despite being situated in one of the UK’s most connected cities, this home has found ⁤itself‌ unable to order high-speed…

  • Ofcom proposal to force Openreach to withdraw proposed Incremental New to Openreach Offer

    Ofcom proposal to force Openreach to withdraw proposed Incremental New to Openreach Offer

    Ofcom’s Bold Move:‌ Scrutinizing Openreach’s Incremental ⁤New ​to Openreach Offer In‍ a critically important turn of events, Ofcom has‌ proposed a directive aimed at compelling Openreach to withdraw its Incremental New to‌ openreach Offer.⁤ This decision reflects a growing concern regarding the competitive landscape of ‌the UK broadband market. As consumers ⁢become increasingly reliant‌ on…

  • Gigabit Broadband Has Arrived But What Does It Unlock?

    Gigabit Broadband Has Arrived But What Does It Unlock?

    At the start of 2026, gigabit-capable broadband crossed 90% of UK premises for the first time. That is not a small milestone. It means nine in ten households now have access to a connection capable of delivering 1,000 megabits per second, a speed that would have seemed ludicrous to most people a decade ago. For…

  • Openreach List 112 Next UK Areas for Copper to Full Fibre Switch

    Openreach List 112 Next UK Areas for Copper to Full Fibre Switch

    Openreach Announces 112 New Areas for Transition from Copper to ​Full Fibre: ⁣What It Means for UK Consumers In a significant development for the UK telecommunications ​landscape, ​openreach ‍has announced its intention to switch 112 areas from traditional copper lines to full fibre infrastructure. ⁣This initiative is ‌set ⁢to enhance ​internet speeds and reliability for…

  • New batch of 112 exchanges added to Openreach plans to phase out copper

    New batch of 112 exchanges added to Openreach plans to phase out copper

    Openreach Expands Its ‍Copper‌ Phase-Out: 112 New Exchanges‌ Added The landscape⁢ of UK broadband is set too​ undergo ​a critically important change as Openreach‌ announces the addition of 112 ⁣new ⁤exchanges to its plans ‌to ​discontinue​ copper lines. This strategic move aims to accelerate the transition to‍ fibre-optic technology, enhancing overall service quality and paving…

  • Vodafone Full Fibre 74 Review

    Vodafone Full Fibre 74 Review

    Vodafone Full Fibre 74 Review: Is It Right for Your Home? Looking for affordable fibre broadband? Vodafone Full Fibre 74 is the cheapest plan in their lineup, offering 73Mbps downloads and 18Mbps uploads—though the odd naming (why not “Fibre 73”?) might confuse some. What makes Vodafone unique is their flexible package system: You can also add Vodafone Extra (Apple TV + landline calls)…

  • Which? Survey Criticises Virgin Media and Sky Broadband for Connectivity Woes

    Which? Survey Criticises Virgin Media and Sky Broadband for Connectivity Woes

    Connectivity Concerns: Which? Survey Highlights Issues with Virgin Media and Sky Broadband In a recent report, consumer​ advocacy group Which? has raised significant concerns about the reliability⁢ of broadband services provided by Virgin‌ Media and Sky. With connectivity issues affecting a substantial number of users, this survey sheds‍ light on the ongoing struggle ⁣many⁣ UK…

  • 2026 Remote Work Essentials: Picking an Internet Plan That Actually Works

    2026 Remote Work Essentials: Picking an Internet Plan That Actually Works

    Working from home in 2026 isn’t a convenience – it’s a battlefield. Your office is wherever you can find a flat surface: spreadsheets sprawled across the kitchen, conference calls echoing from the couch, notifications pinging while your dog tries to hijack your keyboard. It’s not discipline that keeps you afloat. It’s pure luck and a…

  • SpaceX Puts Starlink Broadband Live on the British Ascension Island

    SpaceX Puts Starlink Broadband Live on the British Ascension Island

    SpaceX ⁣Launches Starlink Broadband Service on Ascension Island: A New ⁢Era for‌ Remote Connectivity In ​a important move​ that⁤ could reshape the broadband landscape,SpaceX has officially launched its Starlink broadband service‌ on the British-controlled Ascension Island. ⁤This ​advancement is not just a boon for the ‌remote ​island’s ⁢connectivity ‍but also signals a pivotal moment in…

  • Hyperoptic Report 2 Million UK Homes Covered by Full Fibre as Revenues Hit £139m

    Hyperoptic Report 2 Million UK Homes Covered by Full Fibre as Revenues Hit £139m

    Hyperoptic Expands​ Full Fibre Coverage to ‌2 Million ⁣UK homes Amid Rising Revenues in an‌ important development for the ‌UK broadband sector, Hyperoptic has announced that it has successfully extended it’s full‍ fibre network to cover 2 million homes⁤ across the nation. This meaningful ⁤milestone comes alongside the ⁣company reporting revenues of‍ £139 million, signalling…

  • Satellite Broadband in 2026 Explained: Complete Guide

    Satellite Broadband in 2026 Explained: Complete Guide

    Imagine living in the Scottish Highlands, the Welsh Valleys, or Cornwall’s remote coastline—where fibre infrastructure exists only in nearby towns, and your only options have historically been sluggish ADSL or expensive 4G dongle contracts. For decades, rural residents faced a connectivity cliff: superfast broadband arrived everywhere else, yet satellite remained a last resort plagued by…

  • ISP EE UK Set to Expand Availability of 2.3Gbps and 8Gbps Broadband Pilot

    ISP EE UK Set to Expand Availability of 2.3Gbps and 8Gbps Broadband Pilot

    EE UK to Broaden Access to Lightning-Fast 2.3Gbps adn​ 8Gbps Broadband Pilot In an⁢ exciting advancement for UK consumers, EE, ⁢a leading broadband provider, has announced plans to expand its pilot program offering ⁢ultra-fast 2.3Gbps and 8Gbps broadband services. ‍This move not only positions EE at the forefront ⁤of high-speed internet access but also highlights…

  • Virgin Media O2 UK Suffers Broadband Customer Decline as FTTP Footprint Hits 9M Premises

    Virgin Media O2 UK Suffers Broadband Customer Decline as FTTP Footprint Hits 9M Premises

    Virgin Media O2 Faces Broadband Customer Decline⁢ Amid Expanding FTTP Network The ​UK broadband landscape is witnessing ⁢important shifts as Virgin Media O2⁢ reports a notable decline ‍in its ‍broadband customer base, even as​ its Fibre-to-the-Premises (FTTP) network expands to reach 9 million premises. This scenario raises vital ⁤questions about customer retention strategies, competitive positioning,…

  • Broadband ISP Olilo Plan 5Gbps Speed Package via CityFibre for UK Homes

    Broadband ISP Olilo Plan 5Gbps Speed Package via CityFibre for UK Homes

    Olilo Unveils Revolutionary‍ 5Gbps Broadband Package via CityFibre: A Game-Changer for UK Homes With the rapid evolution of technology and the ​ever-increasing demand for high-speed‌ internet,Olilo has stepped up‌ to the plate ‌by introducing an impressive 5Gbps broadband package powered by CityFibre. This offering positions Olilo as‍ a formidable player⁣ in the UK broadband‌ market,…

  • Starlink’s UK Satellite Broadband Service Hit by High Court Writ of Control

    Starlink’s UK Satellite Broadband Service Hit by High Court Writ of Control

    Starlink’s UK Satellite Broadband Service ‍Faces Legal Challenges: Implications for the Market In a ⁢surprising turn⁤ of ⁣events, Starlink’s satellite broadband service in the UK has ‌been hindered by a writ of control issued by the High Court. ​This legal setback raises critical questions about the sustainability and operational viability of SpaceX’s ambitious internet venture,especially…

  • TalkTalk Attract Most UK Complaints for Broadband and Sky Mobile for Mobile in Q1 2026

    TalkTalk Attract Most UK Complaints for Broadband and Sky Mobile for Mobile in Q1 2026

    TalkTalk Tops UK Broadband Complaints, While Sky Mobile⁣ Struggles in Q1⁤ 2026 The latest ⁢consumer ⁣complaints report reveals that TalkTalk has emerged as the UK⁤ broadband provider with the highest number of complaints in the first quarter of 2026, while sky Mobile is⁤ facing similar discontent within the mobile sector. These findings highlight ongoing challenges…

  • ADSL Broadband in 2026: Complete Guide to Outdated Technology

    ADSL Broadband in 2026: Complete Guide to Outdated Technology

    Getting gigabit speeds used to be impossible in most of the UK. But even getting decent internet was a struggle just five years ago. If you’re reading this and still stuck on ADSL, you’re experiencing exactly that struggle—and there’s a reason it feels like you’re living in the internet’s slow lane. ADSL – Asymmetric Digital…

  • BT Update – Openreach Lose 192K UK Broadband Lines as FTTP Covers 23.4M

    BT Update – Openreach Lose 192K UK Broadband Lines as FTTP Covers 23.4M

    Openreach’s ⁣Broadband Setback: 192K ​lines Lost Amid Rapid FTTP Expansion As the ⁣UK broadband landscape continues to evolve, Openreach has recently reported a loss of 192,000 broadband lines, a significant shift amid its aspiring Full Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) rollout that now covers 23.4 million⁢ premises. This development not⁤ only reflects the competitive ⁢pressures…