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Rumours around the next Ofcom chair

UK newspapers are reporting that the Government could choose the current editor in chief of the Daily Mail for the role.

UK operators expand 5G footprint but a common approach to defining coverage is still missing

EE and O2 have announced further 5G coverage in towns and cities, but so far only EE has disclosed the criteria it uses to consider a location covered.

UK Government introduces long-awaited Online Harms bill

The bill establishes a code of conduct for online platforms, and gives Ofcom the power to impose heavy fines and block services.

UK regulator consults on new spectrum management strategy

Ofcom’s strategy focuses on promoting innovation, local access, and spectrum sharing.

Ofcom to prevent mobile operators from selling locked devices

The UK regulator introduces new rules to facilitate mobile and broadband customers in switching.

Ofcom makes new proposal to regulate the transition from copper to fibre

The UK regulator proposes a more flexible approach to withdrawing regulation on copper, in some cases ahead of March 2026.

Ofcom to introduce new conditions in spectrum licences

The conditions will ensure that equipment operates within the international guidelines for electromagnetic field emissions.

Ofcom reveals best and worst telecoms customer service

Satisfaction rates in mobile remains high, whereas broadband satisfaction has seen a slight increase.

Ofcom prepares for all-IP interconnection in the UK

As part of the wholesale voice market review, the regulator will require BT to set out a plan for migration to IP interconnection.

UK Government to legislate to remove barriers to broadband deployment

The new law would give Ofcom powers to obtain operators’ deployment plans, and publish data about areas where rollout is not yet planned.