We analyse concerns over national security, competition, and the potential for conflicts of interests when it comes to cross-border and inter-operator investments taking place in telecoms.
Mandating battery back-up
We investigate whether battery back-up obligations align with international approaches and consider other interventions to improve network resilience.
Ofcom's Telecoms Access Review
With the market review in full swing ahead of a formal consultation in Q1 2025, we assess the regulator's focus areas, asks from stakeholders and expected points of contention.
VAT on broadband
An increasingly mentioned policy lever for affordability is the tax levied on broadband. We examine how these rates compare internationally.
The Draghi Report
Draghi confirms the diagnosis of an ill telecoms sector. We focus on consolidation, the glimmer of hope for Europe's tech sector, and the next steps for turning ideas into actions.
Adding sustainability to the regulatory mandate
We consider what adding sustainability to regulatory mandates looks like in practice and share a snapshot of industry efforts to decarbonise.
Life after inflation-linked mid-contract price rises
We look at how NRAs have treated price indexation, and how the industry is adjusting its approach in line with the rules.
Lifting the lid on ducts and poles
We look at the PIA remedy in Europe, including the obligations imposed on former incumbents and how price controls have been applied.
