While panellists were generally positive about the Government’s commitment to economic growth, questions remain on how that will be translated into tangible policy change
The problem of dormant contracts in the Netherlands
Expired minimum terms, a tendency not to switch and inadequate communication from operators mean telecoms consumers are missing out on significant savings
Swisscom’s acquisition of Vodafone Italia
Swisscom makes wholesale access commitments to secure the AGCM’s approval and strengthen its position in Italy, as Vodafone completes European “rightsizing”
Revising annual spectrum licence fees in the UK
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
A call to action on digital inclusion
The report issues a familiar ask for an updated national strategy from government while positioning digital inclusion as a priority within a broader story of economic growth
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
Swisscom/Vodafone Italia deal faces an in-depth review
While the parties anticipated the AGCM’s Phase 2 investigation, they remain confident it will lead to a favourable outcome
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
