25 August 2021

CityFibre, the independent full fibre platform, has named Halifax as one of the next UK towns in line for a multi-million investment in its digital infrastructure. 

Nationally, CityFibre is building new and better digital infrastructure for up to at least eight million homes and businesses through its up to £4bn Gigabit City Investment Programme. It is set to invest £23m in a new town-wide network that will bring full fibre connectivity – the best technology for the job – within reach of almost every home and business in Halifax.

City manager, Steve Moore will lead the delivery of the Halifax project. He will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered efficiently and considerately, while also acting as the main point of contact for all stakeholders.

“CityFibre is making major strides across Yorkshire when it comes to enabling towns and cities with gigabit-capable broadband and Halifax is next in line to reap the benefits of this transformative technology," he said. "We cannot wait for residents and businesses to see what is possible with digital connectivity that propels you forward rather than holding you back.”

Construction work on the full fibre network will begin in January 2022.