Ofcom
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Ofcom launches latest periodic review into wholesale telecoms sector rules
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The review will decide the regulations which apply to the sector for the five-year period starting April 2026.
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Ofcom sets new deadline for simplified cross-network broadband switching
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Telecoms regulator Ofcom has set a revised deadline of September 12th for the launch of a new broadband switching scheme intended to simplify the process of changing providers.
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Freely reveals Vestel support, extra features and addition of BBC’s ad-funded UKTV channels
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The subscription-free service will allow live channels to be watched on compatible TVs via a traditional programme guide without the need for either an aerial or satellite dish.
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Freely sets out rules on channel numbering and EPG management
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The service is the broadcasters’ attempt to ease the move away from traditional reception over aerial and satellite dishes to broadband delivered channels.
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Full-fibre broadband now available to more than 17 million UK homes
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The technology, which is being rolled out by multiple networks, offers faster speeds and more reliable connections than previous versions of broadband.
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Hisense named as first TV maker to support Freely, the BBC and ITV’s new streaming service
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Announced earlier this year and set to debut in 2024, the subscription-free service will allow live channels to be watched on compatible TVs via broadband.