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    Home - News Briefing - Commons erupts in anger over lack of rural connectivity: ‘We are treated like second-class citizens!’
    News Briefing Updated:April 18, 2024

    Commons erupts in anger over lack of rural connectivity: ‘We are treated like second-class citizens!’

    By David Pike2 Mins Read
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    Commons erupts in anger over lack of rural connectivity: ‘We are treated like second-class citizens!’

    Tory MP Sir Edward Leigh Slams Slow Roll-Out of Digital Connectivity in Rural Areas

    In a fiery exchange during Science, Innovation and Technology questions in Parliament today, Tory MP Sir Edward Leigh took aim at the slow roll-out of digital connectivity to rural areas of Britain. Standing in the House of Commons, the Gainsborough MP questioned Minister of State Julia Lopez on the progress of delivering better connections to people living in the countryside.

    “Why should people living in rural areas be second-class citizens when it comes to mobile phone coverage?” Sir Edward demanded.

    In response, Ms Lopez acknowledged the issue, stating, “We agree. That is why we have the Shared Rural Network programme that is dealing with a lot of those not-spot problems.”

    This debate comes on the heels of the Daily Express highlighting some of the most severe UK “not-spots” in their reporting. Ms Lopez previously spoke to the newspaper about the government’s efforts to improve connectivity in rural areas, specifically mentioning the work being done in the Lake District.

    She explained, “This £1 billion upgrade programme is not just boosting coverage, but forging connections amongst communities, businesses, and opportunities. In an increasingly digital world, connectivity is not a luxury—it is a necessity that everyone, in every part of the UK, deserves.”

    The government’s commitment to expanding mobile coverage is evident in the recent upgrade of 4G masts near Keswick in Cumbria, with plans for further improvements across the country. Ms Lopez emphasized the importance of connectivity in enabling individuals to seize opportunities, whether in business, education, or personal relationships.

    “With improved internet connection, tasks such as remote work, online education, and accessing essential services become far simpler, laying the groundwork for a more connected and prosperous future for local communities,” she said.

    As the government works to reduce the number and size of mobile ‘not spots,’ the hope is that all residents of the UK, regardless of location, will have access to the digital connectivity they need to thrive in the modern world.

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