MP Ben Howlett has welcomed the news that in Bath there is now 94.6% coverage for superfast broadband, thanks to the Government’s Superfast Broadband Programme.
The Government recently provided an update on superfast broadband across the country, revealing superfast broadband is now available to 92% of premises nationally, of which 4.3 million have got their availability thanks to the Government’s Superfast Broadband Programme.
Speaking about broadband progress, Matt Hancock the Minister for Digital and Culture, said: “This is great progress, but we recognise that there is more to be done to deliver the connectivity Britain needs and consumers need.
“Digital infrastructure is critical to the future of our economy and we are working hard to ensure high-speed, high-quality broadband is rolled out to every home and business in the country.”
Commenting on the provision of broadband in Bath, Ben said: “I am pleased to see that progress has been made on broadband provision across the city.
“I am continually lobbying the Government on behalf of residents for improved broadband speeds in Bath and whilst it is encouraging to see that more houses are getting fast broadband, it is welcome that the Government recognise that more needs to be done.
“It is estimated that by December 2017 97.6% of premises across the city will have superfast broadband. I will be continuing to push the Government for increased investment and resources so that 100% of homes and businesses can benefit from the ease superfast broadband brings.”
Areas which have newly available superfast broadband coverage include Walcot Street, Chatham Row, Cleveland Place, Walmsley Terrace, Frankley Buildings and Claremont Buildings.