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UK House of Lords Committee warns of a ‘pandemic of misinformation’

The Democracy and Digital Technologies Committee published the findings of its inquiry on Digital Technology and Trust, along with a set of proposed remedies.

Ofcom sets out funding rules for universal service broadband providers

The regulator sets out its approach to determining and refunding any unfair costs that universal service providers may incur.

Ofcom finalises its work plan for 2020/21

The UK regulator adjusts its schedule in light of the coronavirus pandemic, but leaving its key priorities unchanged.

UK Government agrees measures with the telecoms industry to tackle the coronavirus pandemic

Operators will offer more generous allowances, and be fair to customers who struggle to pay their bills on time.

Ofcom's approach to regulation during the coronavirus pandemic

The UK regulator will pause consultations, and focus on measures for the protection of consumers.

Ofcom finalises rules for 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz award

The regulator set out the rules for the 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz award, for which it will not impose coverage obligations due to MNOs’ commitment to the Shared Rural Network.

UK Government sets up digital markets taskforce

The taskforce will build on the Digital Competition Expert Panel review to address competition problems in digital markets.

UK Government to sign £1bn deal with MNOs for the Shared Rural Network

The deal will take 4G coverage to 95% of the UK landmass by end of 2025.

Ofcom and Which? tackle 5G health concerns

Misconceptions about the technology have boosted conspiracy theories about safety which Ofcom and others are attempting to quash.

Ofcom ordered to pay back £218m of ALFs to UK MNOs

The regulator lost its appeal to the UK High Court, and will now have to repay operators after overcharging them for annual spectrum licence fees.