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O2 expands 5G coverage across Scotland
26 November 2025
O2 has announced that more than half of Scotland’s population can now access its 5G mobile network, with its next-generation 5G Standalone (5GSA) network now live in 54 towns and cities across the country.
Alongside this, Virgin Media has committed £330 million to expand gigabit broadband coverage to over 1.5 million premises in Scotland, enhancing high-speed internet access across the region.
Find out more INCA welcomes Lords report emphasising the crucial role of broadband
21 November 2025
The Independent Networks Cooperative Association (INCA) has expressed strong support for a recent House of Lords report highlighting the importance of fast, reliable broadband in sustaining hybrid and remote working across the UK.
The report, titled “Is working from home working?”, emphasises that flexible work arrangements can boost employment opportunities, especially for parents, carers, and disabled individuals. However, it warns that inconsistent connectivity and unequal access risk marginalising many communities.
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Neos Networks completes first fibre installation in landmark UK Digital Infrastructure Project
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20 November 2025
Neos Networks, the UK’s leading dedicated B2B network provider, announced today the successful completion of the first fibre installation under Project Reach, a historic initiative aimed at transforming the UK’s digital landscape over the next decade.
In collaboration with AmcoGiffen and Network Rail, Neos has begun laying new 432-count fibre cables along the Great Western Main Line, connecting London to Cardiff. This initial deployment marks the start of a nationwide rollout that will see at least 1,000km of high-grade fibre installed alongside Britain’s railways, establishing a faster, more secure foundation for the country’s digital economy.
Find out more Etherstack to enable next-generation public safety communications with UK Home Office
11 November 2025
The UK Home Office has awarded a significant contract to Etherstack, advancing its efforts to upgrade public safety communications through the deployment of the next-generation 5G-based Emergency Services Network (ESN).
As part of this initiative, Etherstack will integrate its advanced 3GPP LMR-IWF (InterWorking Function) technology into the ESN, facilitating seamless communication between existing TETRA digital radio systems and the new LTE cellular network.
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