Damian asked today in ministerial questions how the Shared Rural Network initiative can help us locally as despite progress there are still too many mobile 'not spots' in Hampshire:
The previous government’s ambition was to deliver nationwide gigabit-capable broadband as soon as possible. Over 70% of premises can now access the fastest broadband speeds available, and the UK is on track for 85% gigabit coverage by 2025, with the aim being 100% coverage by 2030.
At the end of last year, I met a group of local hairdressers from Petersfield. They spoke candidly about the impact of the Chancellor’s decision to raise employer National Insurance Contributions, alongside the continuing high cost of energy for businesses that by their nature use quite a lot
