Bedfordshire will get a broadband boost as one of the pilot areas that will be connected to the UK’s next generation broadband network.
This will require full replacement of Openreach’s outdated copper network across the county.
North East Bedfordshire MP Alistair Burt announced the Government’s plans, saying: “I am delighted to hear from the Minister for Digital and Creative Industries that Bedfordshire has been chosen for this exciting project.
“The Government recognises that areas of Bedfordshire are still suffering from poor or non-existent broadband because of their rural nature and recognises the ‘digital divide’ that has impacted our rural communities for too long.
“I know many constituents will welcome this positive investment in the area, which will allow them to access the speed and connectivity that they need and deserve.”
96.3% of Bedfordshire households can already access the Bedfordshire Superfast Broadband Programme. By 2020 all households should be eligible to apply for a minimum of 10Mbps broadband speed.
