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Ofcom launches new Broadband Speeds Code of Practice in the UK

Ofcom launches new Broadband Speeds Code of Practice in the UK

The Code strengthens users’ rights to obtain accurate information about their broadband service.

Ofcom sets out its position on the future of fixed telephone services

Ofcom sets out its position on the future of fixed telephone services

The UK regulator has set out its view on the move to broadband-based call services.

UK Parliament’s DCMS Committee publishes final report on Disinformation inquiry

UK Parliament’s DCMS Committee publishes final report on Disinformation inquiry

The Committee for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport in the House of Commons has concluded its inquiry into Fake News.

UK Government sets out strategy to improve mobile coverage and broadband investment

UK Government sets out strategy to improve mobile coverage and broadband investment

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport has opened a consultation to guide Ofcom’s strategic priorities.

UK Government report recommends regulating online platforms for news

UK Government report recommends regulating online platforms for news

The Cairncross review suggests ‘news quality obligations’ overseen by a regulator.

Ofcom consults on regulations for the UK’s 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz spectrum auction

Ofcom consults on regulations for the UK’s 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz spectrum auction

The UK regulator has opened three consultations for its 5G auction.

O2 and Vodafone to strengthen network sharing agreement in the UK

O2 and Vodafone to strengthen network sharing agreement in the UK

O2 and Vodafone have agreed a non-binding intention to strengthen their existing network sharing partnership ahead of a 5G rollout.

Ofcom extends enforcement programme into early termination charges

Ofcom extends enforcement programme into early termination charges

The enforcement programme is looking at the charges imposed when consumers on fixed term contracts terminate those contracts early (early termination charges or ‘ETCs’). It has already been extended twice, having started in June 2017.

Ofcom announces plans for 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz spectrum awards

The UK regulator has submitted its initial proposal to consultation

ICO releases guidelines for data protection under no-deal Brexit

The UK data protection authority released advice and guidance to get ready for the worst-case scenario.