After some recent public criticism of the regulator, Ofcom defended taking on more responsibility and restated its commitment to promoting competition
Improving information for consumers of telecoms services
The UK’s DSIT highlights the success of Open Banking as it looks to bolster consumer protection measures
The CMA: How well does it work with other UK regulators?
The review is timely, particularly as cost of living pressures underscore the role of competition in helping to keep prices down
Back to the future: Ofcom consults on mobile roaming protections
Proposed measures an important safeguard for UK consumers, although it might not be until next summer before they apply
Tackling the UK’s digital divide
With the Government’s digital inclusion strategy almost a decade old, the House of Lords calls for a new plan to drive broadband adoption, skills and competition
Merger of Three and Vodafone in the UK
The day has finally come, with the parties talking up the potential benefits for consumers, competition and the economy – but will the CMA agree?
Conference debrief: techUK’s Tech Policy Leadership Conference
Recent interest in AI meant it dominated proceedings. Regulating this fast-moving technology will require flexibility, collaboration, and safeguarding the interests of society
Ofcom cloud market study: Webinar on interim report
Egress fees, technical issues and committed spend discounts by hyperscalers have been identified as the three major barriers to effective competition
Conference debrief: Connected North 2023
We summarise the main talking points from the Connected North conference that took place in Manchester during 17–18 April 2023
Ofcom proposes to refer UK cloud market to the CMA for investigation
The preference for a market investigation reference would be a significant step for Ofcom to take; reflecting the seriousness of the concerns identified
