The deal agreed during the merger somewhat reduces imbalances between the three UK operators while improving Virgin Media O2’s competitive and network positions
Connectivity on trains and 5GSA: The UK’s digital infrastructure priorities
Ahead of completing a mobile market review and publishing a new SSP for Ofcom, the Government has unveiled its ambitions for the telecoms sector over the next decade
Event debrief: ComReg Conference 2025
Alongside further pushback against an overhaul of EU telecoms regulation, there were calls for the effective enforcement of cybersecurity frameworks amid geopolitical uncertainty
Event debrief: Connect Europe’s Policy Summit
Overall it was clear there is still no unified vision on the future regulatory path for the EU telecoms sector
The EC’s first steps in its review of merger guidelines
The EC is looking to establish a strong evidence base on the dynamic effects of mergers ahead of the much-anticipated review of its guidelines
Event debrief: TechUK’s Future Telecoms Conference
While panellists were generally positive about the Government’s commitment to economic growth, questions remain on how that will be translated into tangible policy change
Revising annual spectrum licence fees in the UK
Ofcom’s proposals update rather than overhaul its approach to calculating charges for the use of spectrum, but nonetheless represent a win for industry
Three/Vodafone in the UK: Merger approval
Approval from the CMA based on behavioural, rather than structural, remedies is unusual but sensible. It does, however, mean that much of the real work starts now
Event debrief: UKTIN Telecoms Commercialisation & Network Economics
Telecoms is recognised as a tough sector to be in, with high capex requirements, minimal returns and limited attraction for investors
Three/Vodafone in the UK: Responses to the notice of possible remedies
With varying support for an investment commitment, there are concerns that behavioural measures might not address the competition issues identified by the CMA
