Ofcom’s proposals update rather than overhaul its approach to calculating charges for the use of spectrum, but nonetheless represent a win for industry
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
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
Event debrief: Connected Britain 2024, Day 1
Amid ranging assessments of the future of the altnet market, panellists also made numerous asks of the new Government, from AI to infrastructure
Three/Vodafone in the UK: The merging parties’ case to the CMA
Responding to the CMA’s critical Phase 1 assessment, the parties emphasise that the deal will be pro-competitive, enhancing network performance and benefiting consumers
Three/Vodafone in the UK: The rivals’ views on the proposed merger
The pressure is on for the merging parties to evidence the benefits of the deal and outline a meaningful set of commitments
UK: CMA set for Phase II review of Three/Vodafone merger
Despite competition concerns at the both the retail and wholesale levels, there’s still the possibility commitments could be agreed that get the deal the green light
Event debrief: Priorities for broadband and mobile connectivity in the UK
Ofcom received praise for supporting network investment, but further interventions will be needed to connect remote areas lacking commercial incentives
Spain: Orange/MasMovil merger approved with remedies
While the EC may not have fully opened the door to further in-market consolidation, it is perhaps now ajar
