The BIPT sits on the fence as to whether a fourth operator would be a good thing – and crucially notes there is currently no interest from would-be new entrants
Elsewhere in regulation this week
Regulators in UK and Belgium look at broadband switching
Ofcom has proposed a new ‘one touch’ process, and the BIPT recommends operators promote the ‘Easy Switch’ process.
European Court of Justice strikes down national data retention laws
German court sides with Google on the Right To Be Forgotten
European Commission approves wholesale cable tariffs in Belgium
Belgian regulator proposes temporary solution for 5G rollout in the 3.5GHz band
The BIPT proposes granting temporary licences in the band, while local and national governments reach an agreement over how to share any auction revenue.
Belgian competition authority suspends Proximus–Orange network sharing joint venture
The BCA issued an interim suspension until 16 March 2020, while the operators continue the discussion with the telecoms regulator BIPT.
