Ofcom’s proposals update rather than overhaul its approach to calculating charges for the use of spectrum, but nonetheless represent a win for industry
The UK’s Statement of Strategic Priorities for online safety
The Government has published its draft statement of strategic priorities on online safety for Ofcom to consider as it begins to enforce the Online Safety Act starting next year
Three/Vodafone in the UK: Merger approval
Approval from the CMA based on behavioural, rather than structural, remedies is unusual but sensible. It does, however, mean that much of the real work starts now
Tackling SMS-based scams in Australia
Mandating an SMS sender ID registry is the latest addition to Australia’s world-leading suite of scam prevention measures
Supporting the PSTN switch-off in the UK
The package of measures from DSIT, Ofcom and the telecoms industry should ensure a smoother migration for consumers, local authorities and critical infrastructure providers
The importance of broadband for future TV distribution
Research for DCMS projects an internet-based future for UK TV distribution but highlights the need to resolve questions relating to spectrum, adoption and network reliability
Compensation for service failures in Ireland
ComReg seeks redress for consumers over failed engineer appointments, but stops short of mandating automatic compensation
Ofcom’s positive vision for media literacy
The UK’s first multi-year strategy in two decades aims to tackle the rising problems of mis/disinformation and harms online, while boosting digital skills
Event debrief: UKTIN Telecoms Commercialisation & Network Economics
Telecoms is recognised as a tough sector to be in, with high capex requirements, minimal returns and limited attraction for investors
Three/Vodafone in the UK: Responses to the notice of possible remedies
With varying support for an investment commitment, there are concerns that behavioural measures might not address the competition issues identified by the CMA
