Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:18:25 GMTBroadbandchoice.co.uk's news service brings you up-to-date breaking news from the broadband industry.http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/plusnet-finds-two-thirds-of-dads-use-internet-to-help-kids-with-homework-801599631/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/plusnet-finds-two-thirds-of-dads-use-internet-to-help-kids-with-homework-801599631/ The majority of dads turn to the internet when asked to help out with homework. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:18:25 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ulverston-business-chiefs-applaud-arrival-of-super-fast-broadband-801599036/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ulverston-business-chiefs-applaud-arrival-of-super-fast-broadband-801599036/ The UBA has welcomed plans to bring faster broadband to Ulverston. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:35:38 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/uk-govt-accused-of-breaking-broadband-promise-to-aberdeen-801598430/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/uk-govt-accused-of-breaking-broadband-promise-to-aberdeen-801598430/ The SNP has criticised the UK government for backing out of broadband upgrade plans for Aberdeen. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:59:33 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/juniper-says-nearly-half-of-mobile-data-traffic-to-be-offloaded-in-2013-801597808/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/juniper-says-nearly-half-of-mobile-data-traffic-to-be-offloaded-in-2013-801597808/ Almost half of mobile data traffic will be offloaded to small cell and Wi-Fi networks this year, a new study predicts. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:08:16 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/liberty-global-chief-exec-details-broadband-investment-plans-801597222/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/liberty-global-chief-exec-details-broadband-investment-plans-801597222/ Virgin Media could redirect some of its annual investment spending into broadband. Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:34:03 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rural-campaign-group-slams-new-broadband-guidelines-801596669/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rural-campaign-group-slams-new-broadband-guidelines-801596669/ The CPRE warns that new government guidelines on broadband rollouts could spoil England's rural landscapes. Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:16:25 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-finds-businesses-notice-rising-demand-for-bandwidth-801596009/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-finds-businesses-notice-rising-demand-for-bandwidth-801596009/ Global businesses are seeing an upturn in demand for bandwidth, a new study reveals. Fri, 07 Jun 2013 10:49:38 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-urged-to-bring-fibre-broadband-to-ironbridge-801595349/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-urged-to-bring-fibre-broadband-to-ironbridge-801595349/ A new petition calls for BT to install faster broadband in Ironbridge, Shropshire. Thu, 06 Jun 2013 10:05:36 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/welsh-govt-highlights-broadband-achievements-801594690/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/welsh-govt-highlights-broadband-achievements-801594690/ Around £400 million has been invested in Welsh broadband improvements over the last year, the Welsh government has noted. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 10:13:52 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ee-says-launch-of-4g-in-sale-offers-boost-to-residents-and-businesses-801594012/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ee-says-launch-of-4g-in-sale-offers-boost-to-residents-and-businesses-801594012/ Super-fast mobile broadband has arrived in Sale, with EE insisting the launch will offer benefits to residents and businesses. Tue, 04 Jun 2013 09:59:28 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-boost-for-cornwall-students-801593362/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-boost-for-cornwall-students-801593362/ Students in part of Cornwall are benefiting from BT's super-fast broadband rollout. Mon, 03 Jun 2013 10:25:28 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-backs-predicted-surge-in-global-web-traffic-801592628/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-backs-predicted-surge-in-global-web-traffic-801592628/ Global internet traffic is expected to climb significantly over the next four years. Fri, 31 May 2013 10:10:05 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/cisco-says-global-average-fixed-broadband-speed-to-hit-39mbps-in-2017-801591936/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/cisco-says-global-average-fixed-broadband-speed-to-hit-39mbps-in-2017-801591936/ Cisco has predicted a 3.5-fold rise in average fixed broadband speeds between 2012 and 2017. Thu, 30 May 2013 10:05:50 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/suffolk-show-visitors-to-learn-more-about-broadband-plans-801591254/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/suffolk-show-visitors-to-learn-more-about-broadband-plans-801591254/ More details about Suffolk's super-fast broadband plans will be unveiled at the Suffolk Show. Wed, 29 May 2013 10:00:37 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/samlesbury-residents-hit-out-at-slow-broadband-801590604/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/samlesbury-residents-hit-out-at-slow-broadband-801590604/ Samlesbury is lagging behind much of Lancashire in the broadband stakes. Tue, 28 May 2013 10:30:35 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-roll-out-underway-in-surrey-801590033/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-roll-out-underway-in-surrey-801590033/ Work has begun on a super-fast broadband connection that would give 15,000 homes in Surrey access to high speeds by September. Fri, 24 May 2013 09:53:42 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/plusnet-attributes-surge-in-traffic-to-xbox-one-launch-801589423/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/plusnet-attributes-surge-in-traffic-to-xbox-one-launch-801589423/ Plusnet witnessed a major upturn in traffic on Tuesday evening. Thu, 23 May 2013 09:59:12 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-urges-online-shoppers-to-buy-british-801588794/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-urges-online-shoppers-to-buy-british-801588794/ Buying British offers the best value for online shoppers, TalkTalk research shows. Wed, 22 May 2013 10:04:18 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-signs-npower-deal-to-source-100-of-energy-from-renewables-801588041/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-signs-npower-deal-to-source-100-of-energy-from-renewables-801588041/ A new deal with npower will see BT source all of its UK electricity from renewable sources. Tue, 21 May 2013 09:56:32 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-enjoys-second-successive-quarter-of-broadband-growth-801587428/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-enjoys-second-successive-quarter-of-broadband-growth-801587428/ A further 10,000 households signed up for broadband with TalkTalk in the first quarter of 2013. Mon, 20 May 2013 10:05:11 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-finds-brits-dont-want-online-only-public-service-contact-801586769/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-finds-brits-dont-want-online-only-public-service-contact-801586769/ Exclusively online public service contact is not a popular option among UK citizens. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:12:41 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/uk-super-fast-broadband-rollout-has-reached-50-stage-801586126/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/uk-super-fast-broadband-rollout-has-reached-50-stage-801586126/ A milestone in internet connectivity has been reached. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:48:57 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rural-norfolk-could-get-broadband-sooner-than-expected-801585506/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rural-norfolk-could-get-broadband-sooner-than-expected-801585506/ Local providers could be the answer to Norfolk's current broadband woes. Wed, 15 May 2013 10:19:18 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/labour-pledges-75m-funding-for-digital-inclusion-801584769/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/labour-pledges-75m-funding-for-digital-inclusion-801584769/ A Labour government would encourage everyone to pick up basic digital skills, according to Shadow Culture Minister Helen Goodman. Tue, 14 May 2013 09:50:10 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/cambridge-consultants-and-airspan-boost-mobile-broadband-network-capacity-801584144/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/cambridge-consultants-and-airspan-boost-mobile-broadband-network-capacity-801584144/ Airspan and Cambridge Consultants have partnered to improve the performance of mobile broadband networks. Mon, 13 May 2013 10:08:15 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/kc-praised-for-fibre-broadband-investment-801583660/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/kc-praised-for-fibre-broadband-investment-801583660/ Alan Johnson MP has applauded KC for funding the rollout of super-fast broadband. Fri, 10 May 2013 12:02:46 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/gfk-warns-cost-may-put-firms-off-4g-801582923/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/gfk-warns-cost-may-put-firms-off-4g-801582923/ The cost of rolling out 4G could discourage some businesses from signing up, GfK has said. Thu, 09 May 2013 10:16:14 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/aberdeenshire-survey-reveals-huge-demand-for-faster-broadband-801582290/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/aberdeenshire-survey-reveals-huge-demand-for-faster-broadband-801582290/ Residents in Aberdeenshire are keen to access faster broadband, according to a new survey. Wed, 08 May 2013 10:25:38 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/union-prospect-slams-bt-super-fast-broadband-investigation-801581611/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/union-prospect-slams-bt-super-fast-broadband-investigation-801581611/ Ofcom has been criticised for launching an inquiry into BT's perceived dominance of the super-fast broadband market. Tue, 07 May 2013 10:34:25 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ofcom-to-investigate-bt-over-super-fast-broadband-dominance-801580370/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ofcom-to-investigate-bt-over-super-fast-broadband-dominance-801580370/ An investigation into BT's control of the super-fast broadband market has been announced by Ofcom. Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:37 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-and-lancs-council-to-offer-business-broadband-advice-801579738/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-and-lancs-council-to-offer-business-broadband-advice-801579738/ A partnership between BT and Lancashire County Council aims to inform businesses of the benefits of high-speed broadband. Wed, 01 May 2013 10:12:36 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ses-and-beyondsl-to-launch-up-to-20mbps-satellite-broadband-in-uk-801578893/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ses-and-beyondsl-to-launch-up-to-20mbps-satellite-broadband-in-uk-801578893/ A new high-speed satellite broadband service is set to launch in the UK and Ireland. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:13:15 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/cla-criticises-complex-rural-broadband-funding-process-801578132/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/cla-criticises-complex-rural-broadband-funding-process-801578132/ The funding process for rural broadband rollouts is "horrendously complex", the CLA argues. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:58:50 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-suppliers-slash-carbon-emissions-801577454/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-suppliers-slash-carbon-emissions-801577454/ Companies in BT's supply chain reduced their emissions by more than 30,000 tonnes over 12 months. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:12:37 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/akamai-claims-average-uk-broadband-speed-is-6-5mbps-801576768/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/akamai-claims-average-uk-broadband-speed-is-6-5mbps-801576768/ Akamai has published its latest report on average global broadband speeds. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:07:05 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/plusnet-donates-broadband-to-st-helens-community-group-801576049/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/plusnet-donates-broadband-to-st-helens-community-group-801576049/ A St Helens community group that helps older people get online has been given a free broadband service. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:04:04 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/kc-searches-for-oldest-web-user-in-east-yorks-801575327/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/kc-searches-for-oldest-web-user-in-east-yorks-801575327/ A new campaign is aiming to identify East Yorkshire's oldest internet user. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:49:08 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/abi-predicts-surge-in-lte-base-station-spending-801574660/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/abi-predicts-surge-in-lte-base-station-spending-801574660/ Spending on LTE base stations will exceed $12 billion this year, according to ABI Research. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:09:56 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-plays-down-perceived-broadband-delays-in-burton-801573978/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-plays-down-perceived-broadband-delays-in-burton-801573978/ BT insists its fibre broadband rollout in Winshill, Burton upon Trent is still on track. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:10:19 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-shows-uk-spends-a-quarter-of-online-time-on-social-networks-801573288/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-shows-uk-spends-a-quarter-of-online-time-on-social-networks-801573288/ A quarter of online time in the UK is spent on social media sites and forums, a new study shows. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:16:20 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/entanet-explains-differences-between-broadband-connectivity-options-801572558/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/entanet-explains-differences-between-broadband-connectivity-options-801572558/ A new publication sets out the differences between various types of internet connection. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:02:53 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/oliver-letwin-mp-explores-bt-fibre-broadband-rollout-801571854/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/oliver-letwin-mp-explores-bt-fibre-broadband-rollout-801571854/ West Dorset MP Oliver Letwin has been given an insight into BT's fibre optic broadband rollout. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:04:05 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/outgoing-swindon-council-chief-teased-with-broadband-router-as-parting-gift-801571159/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/outgoing-swindon-council-chief-teased-with-broadband-router-as-parting-gift-801571159/ Former Swindon council leader Rod Bluh has been given a wireless router as a comical leaving present. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:00:03 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-defends-slow-rollout-of-superfast-broadband-in-cambridge-801570442/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-defends-slow-rollout-of-superfast-broadband-in-cambridge-801570442/ BT has explained why its rollout of superfast broadband in Cambridge is going slower than planned. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 09:56:31 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/defra-finds-two-thirds-of-farmers-stuck-with-slow-broadband-801569704/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/defra-finds-two-thirds-of-farmers-stuck-with-slow-broadband-801569704/ Government surveys have highlighted the poor-quality internet speeds experienced by many farmers. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:53:06 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ovum-says-faster-4g-speeds-make-ee-hard-to-catch-801569001/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ovum-says-faster-4g-speeds-make-ee-hard-to-catch-801569001/ EE has laid down the gauntlet with its plans to double 4G speeds and capacity, Ovum has said. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:57:27 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/un-urged-to-make-broadband-a-post-2015-development-focus-801568260/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/un-urged-to-make-broadband-a-post-2015-development-focus-801568260/ Improving broadband provision should be part of the UN's post-2015 development agenda, according to the Broadband Commission for Digital Development. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:52:29 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/goodwin-development-trust-takes-advantage-of-quickline-wireless-broadband-801567005/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/goodwin-development-trust-takes-advantage-of-quickline-wireless-broadband-801567005/ Quickline is providing wireless broadband connectivity to a leading social enterprise. Fri, 05 Apr 2013 10:52:27 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/uttlesford-council-mulls-housing-and-broadband-development-801566303/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/uttlesford-council-mulls-housing-and-broadband-development-801566303/ The Fairfield Partnership is planning to build new homes and a fast broadband network in Uttlesford. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:51:26 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ftth-council-europe-chief-backs-welsh-broadband-plans-801565650/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ftth-council-europe-chief-backs-welsh-broadband-plans-801565650/ Karin Ahl has praised plans to boost super-fast broadband access in Wales. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:29:11 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ofcom-pledges-to-secure-optimal-spectrum-use-801564908/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ofcom-pledges-to-secure-optimal-spectrum-use-801564908/ Securing the most efficient use of spectrum is one of Ofcom's top priorities for the coming year. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:51:16 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ee-named-most-complained-about-broadband-provider-801563900/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/ee-named-most-complained-about-broadband-provider-801563900/ Ofcom reveals that EE generated more complaints than any other broadband provider in the final quarter of 2012. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 10:19:27 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-reaches-agreement-with-kensington-and-chelsea-over-broadband-cabinets-801563282/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-reaches-agreement-with-kensington-and-chelsea-over-broadband-cabinets-801563282/ The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has approved the location of 140 street cabinets. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:09:52 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/infonetics-says-2012-was-a-standout-year-for-broadband-cpe-devices-801563063/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/infonetics-says-2012-was-a-standout-year-for-broadband-cpe-devices-801563063/ CPE device shipments generated revenues of almost $8 billion last year. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:04:04 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/juniper-says-4g-lte-subscriber-numbers-to-double-in-next-two-years-801562214/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/juniper-says-4g-lte-subscriber-numbers-to-double-in-next-two-years-801562214/ A new report predicts a surge in LTE customer numbers between now and the end of 2014. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:58:48 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/former-broadband-notspot-wins-google-etown-award-801561418/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/former-broadband-notspot-wins-google-etown-award-801561418/ A Powys town has been rated as one of the most tech-savvy in the UK. Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:25:31 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/invest-in-cumbria-hails-4g-broadband-launch-801560694/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/invest-in-cumbria-hails-4g-broadband-launch-801560694/ The arrival of 4G mobile broadband in the Northern Fells has been praised by Invest in Cumbria. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:47:12 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/work-set-to-begin-on-digital-rutland-broadband-rollout-801559910/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/work-set-to-begin-on-digital-rutland-broadband-rollout-801559910/ Broadband Delivery UK has given the green light to the Digital Rutland project. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:27:04 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/it-leaders-criticise-uk-broadband-quality-801559172/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/it-leaders-criticise-uk-broadband-quality-801559172/ Slow broadband is hampering businesses, IT leaders have said. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:36:07 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/durham-seeks-1-5m-rural-broadband-funding-801558386/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/durham-seeks-1-5m-rural-broadband-funding-801558386/ Council chiefs in Durham have applied for government funding to improve broadband provision. Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:04:05 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/un-commission-aims-to-close-broadband-gender-gap-801557658/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/un-commission-aims-to-close-broadband-gender-gap-801557658/ More women must gain access to broadband, according to a UN body. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:05:17 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-and-virgin-media-clash-over-broadband-speeds-report-801556949/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-and-virgin-media-clash-over-broadband-speeds-report-801556949/ A war of words has developed between BT and Virgin Media. Fri, 15 Mar 2013 10:11:45 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/london-boroughs-fear-broadband-rollouts-may-hit-road-safety-801556204/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/london-boroughs-fear-broadband-rollouts-may-hit-road-safety-801556204/ Road users could be affected by the rollout of faster broadband in London. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:07:02 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-finds-two-thirds-of-sme-bosses-worried-about-network-security-801555437/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-finds-two-thirds-of-sme-bosses-worried-about-network-security-801555437/ A new study shows that many small business owners are worried about the security of their computer networks. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:02:26 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/east-lothian-council-hails-super-fast-broadband-boost-801554682/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/east-lothian-council-hails-super-fast-broadband-boost-801554682/ BT is set to boost its super-fast broadband coverage in East Lothian. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 10:01:50 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/next-stage-for-lincs-broadband-project-801554114/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/next-stage-for-lincs-broadband-project-801554114/ Northern Lincolnshire Broadband has been allowed to invite bidders for the next stage of its high-speed rollout. Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:12:48 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/entanet-expands-ethernet-service-portfolio-801553141/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/entanet-expands-ethernet-service-portfolio-801553141/ Entanet has announced the launch of a new Generic Ethernet Access product. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:01:05 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-tracks-popularity-of-security-and-monitoring-services-in-broadband-homes-801552437/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/study-tracks-popularity-of-security-and-monitoring-services-in-broadband-homes-801552437/ Parks Associates says many UK broadband customers have adopted security and home monitoring services. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:38:17 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/vaizey-says-uk-placing-broadband-at-the-heart-of-growth-plans-801551671/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/vaizey-says-uk-placing-broadband-at-the-heart-of-growth-plans-801551671/ Broadband has a crucial role to play in delivering economic growth, Communications Minister Ed Vaizey has said. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:59:40 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/mobile-carriers-have-no-firm-plans-for-highlands-and-islands-3g-boost-801550919/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/mobile-carriers-have-no-firm-plans-for-highlands-and-islands-3g-boost-801550919/ Consumers across the Highlands and Islands are struggling with slow mobile data connectivity. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:59:02 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/gigaclear-sees-high-demand-for-ultra-fast-broadband-in-underriver-801549407/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/gigaclear-sees-high-demand-for-ultra-fast-broadband-in-underriver-801549407/ Underriver residents are eager to receive ultra-fast broadband. Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:03:54 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/northumberland-establishing-digital-company-to-oversee-broadband-rollout-801548469/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/northumberland-establishing-digital-company-to-oversee-broadband-rollout-801548469/ A digital company will be established to lead the rollout of super-fast broadband in Northumberland. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:58:42 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rural-dorset-residents-urged-to-speak-up-on-faster-broadband-801547564/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rural-dorset-residents-urged-to-speak-up-on-faster-broadband-801547564/ People living in the most remote areas of Dorset have been told to contact the council if they want super-fast broadband. Wed, 27 Feb 2013 10:20:12 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/alan-reid-mp-calls-for-highlands-and-islands-broadband-progress-801546720/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/alan-reid-mp-calls-for-highlands-and-islands-broadband-progress-801546720/ The Highlands and Islands need faster broadband soon, according to Argyll and Bute MP Alan Reid. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:02:36 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/scottish-councillors-demand-broadband-support-801545737/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/scottish-councillors-demand-broadband-support-801545737/ Residents in Ellon have been urged to support a drive for faster broadband access. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:58:58 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/50k-talktalk-investment-bringing-better-broadband-to-north-east-801544906/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/50k-talktalk-investment-bringing-better-broadband-to-north-east-801544906/ Residents in Frosterley, County Durham are set to receive access to faster broadband. Fri, 22 Feb 2013 10:00:58 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/kc-to-install-and-manage-comms-network-for-humberside-fire-service-801544089/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/kc-to-install-and-manage-comms-network-for-humberside-fire-service-801544089/ KC has been chosen to install and operate Humberside Fire and Rescue Service's new communications network. Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:04:44 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rutland-to-receive-super-fast-broadband-by-end-of-2013-801543327/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/rutland-to-receive-super-fast-broadband-by-end-of-2013-801543327/ Faster broadband will be available across Rutland before the end of the year. Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:00:58 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/analysys-mason-predicts-surge-in-fixed-broadband-traffic-801542536/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/analysys-mason-predicts-surge-in-fixed-broadband-traffic-801542536/ Fixed internet traffic in western Europe is expected to rise at a CAGR of 42 per cent between 2012 and 2017. Tue, 19 Feb 2013 10:04:27 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/virgin-media-job-boost-hailed-by-manchester-councillors-801541727/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/virgin-media-job-boost-hailed-by-manchester-councillors-801541727/ Virgin Media's plans to create 130 jobs in Wythenshawe have been praised by local councillors. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 09:51:12 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-rolling-out-to-thousands-more-notts-properties-801540945/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-rolling-out-to-thousands-more-notts-properties-801540945/ Another 19,000 properties in Nottinghamshire will be hooked up to BT's fibre broadband network over the coming months. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 09:51:00 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/west-norfolk-business-chiefs-to-discuss-broadband-801540225/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/west-norfolk-business-chiefs-to-discuss-broadband-801540225/ The Norfolk Chamber of Commerce has arranged a meeting to discuss the need to improve broadband services. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:20:52 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-bringing-super-fast-broadband-to-a-further-1-2m-properties-801539438/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-bringing-super-fast-broadband-to-a-further-1-2m-properties-801539438/ BT's commercial super-fast broadband rollout will include another 1.2 million properties in its latest phase. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:07:21 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/b4rn-wins-free-advertising-in-local-business-accelerators-contest-801538674/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/b4rn-wins-free-advertising-in-local-business-accelerators-contest-801538674/ Rural broadband firm B4RN is one of two companies from north Lancashire to win three months of free local advertising. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:02:03 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/hutton-entrepreneurs-say-slow-broadband-has-cost-them-100k-801537885/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/hutton-entrepreneurs-say-slow-broadband-has-cost-them-100k-801537885/ Schwartz Printing says slow broadband speeds have seen it lose out on new business. Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:02:36 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/notts-to-hold-super-fast-broadband-workshops-for-rural-businesses-801537121/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/notts-to-hold-super-fast-broadband-workshops-for-rural-businesses-801537121/ Businesses in rural Nottinghamshire are being invited to take part in workshops to inform them of the benefits of super-fast broadband. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 10:05:51 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/abi-says-global-fixed-broadband-service-revenues-up-7-in-2012-801536312/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/abi-says-global-fixed-broadband-service-revenues-up-7-in-2012-801536312/ Global fixed broadband service revenues reached $188 billion last year, a new study reveals. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 09:55:34 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-to-promote-online-safety-in-five-cities-801535496/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/talktalk-to-promote-online-safety-in-five-cities-801535496/ Next week, TalkTalk will visit five cities to raise awareness of online safety. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:08:56 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/b4gal-community-broadband-project-launches-communications-team-801534632/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/b4gal-community-broadband-project-launches-communications-team-801534632/ The B4GAL communications team will look at ways to promote the community broadband project. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 09:58:53 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-encouraged-to-roll-out-super-fast-broadband-across-portlethen-801533835/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-encouraged-to-roll-out-super-fast-broadband-across-portlethen-801533835/ Every property in Portlethen should be upgraded to receive fibre broadband access, according to local MSP Maureen Watt. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:02:57 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/faster-broadband-for-14-worcs-parishes-801533104/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/faster-broadband-for-14-worcs-parishes-801533104/ Airband is set to bring high-speed broadband to 14 parishes across Worcestershire. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 10:04:13 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/eutelsat-unveils-new-high-speed-satellite-broadband-packages-801532106/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/eutelsat-unveils-new-high-speed-satellite-broadband-packages-801532106/ From February, Eutelsat will begin offering a range of new satellite-based broadband packages. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:54:28 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/derbyshire-one-step-closer-to-super-fast-broadband-801531094/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/derbyshire-one-step-closer-to-super-fast-broadband-801531094/ New super-fast broadband is in the pipeline for Derbyshire. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 09:45:53 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-and-fresca-report-surge-in-ecommerce-activity-801530230/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/bt-and-fresca-report-surge-in-ecommerce-activity-801530230/ Online purchasing surged in 2012, a new study shows. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:53:31 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/oswestry-mayor-criticises-delay-of-fast-broadband-rollout-801529577/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/oswestry-mayor-criticises-delay-of-fast-broadband-rollout-801529577/ The mayor of Oswestry is disappointed that super-fast broadband will not be arriving as quickly as had been hoped. Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:29:07 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/shetland-msp-meets-satellite-broadband-provider-to-discuss-rollout-801528548/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/shetland-msp-meets-satellite-broadband-provider-to-discuss-rollout-801528548/ Tavish Scott has discussed ways to improve connectivity across Shetland with a satellite broadband firm. Fri, 25 Jan 2013 09:56:57 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/akamai-reports-surge-in-uk-high-speed-broadband-adoption-801527730/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/akamai-reports-surge-in-uk-high-speed-broadband-adoption-801527730/ Uptake of broadband services with speeds of 10Mbps or more rose rapidly during Q3 2012, according to Akamai. Thu, 24 Jan 2013 10:01:14 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/north-wales-first-to-benefit-from-superfast-cymru-broadband-rollout-801526901/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/north-wales-first-to-benefit-from-superfast-cymru-broadband-rollout-801526901/ Up to 30,000 north Wales properties have been prioritised in the Superfast Cymru project. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 09:58:34 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/virgin-media-creates-60-jobs-to-meet-demand-for-next-gen-services-801526070/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/virgin-media-creates-60-jobs-to-meet-demand-for-next-gen-services-801526070/ Some 60 positions have been created at Virgin Media's Bellshill contact centre. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:53:02 GMT http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/two-broadband-providers-pledge-to-boost-sevenoaks-coverage-801525249/ http://www.broadbandchoice.co.uk/news/two-broadband-providers-pledge-to-boost-sevenoaks-coverage-801525249/ Rural Sevenoaks is set to gain access to faster broadband, with two companies aiming to boost connectivity in the area. Mon, 21 Jan 2013 09:52:31 GMT