The regulator set out the rules for the 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz award, for which it will not impose coverage obligations due to MNOs’ commitment to the Shared Rural Network.
UK Government sets up digital markets taskforce
The taskforce will build on the Digital Competition Expert Panel review to address competition problems in digital markets.
UK Government to sign £1bn deal with MNOs for the Shared Rural Network
Virgin Media hit by data breach in the UK
The cable operator exposed the personal data of about 900,000 customers, for a total of about 15% of the company’s fixed-line customer base.
Ofcom and Which? tackle 5G health concerns
Misconceptions about the technology have boosted conspiracy theories about safety which Ofcom and others are attempting to quash.
Ofcom ordered to pay back £218m of ALFs to UK MNOs
The regulator lost its appeal to the UK High Court, and will now have to repay operators after overcharging them for annual spectrum licence fees.
UK Regulators Network seeks ways to protect vulnerable customers
The UKRN held an event in London, at which it explored best practices to drive fair outcomes for vulnerable consumers.
UK Government to empower Ofcom to regulate online content
The regulator will monitor the way in which online platforms fulfil the statutory duty of care that new legislation will impose on them.
UK competition authority looks to take on big tech after Brexit
The CMA is seeking a more active role in scrutinising and tackling anti-competitive behaviour by US tech giants.
UK Government gives partial green-light to use of Huawei in 5G networks
The Chinese vendor will be allowed in ‘non-core’ parts of networks, where its market share will be capped to 35%.
