Ofcom to consult on Openreach price cut but the verdict seems set
UK regulator Ofcom has announced it will consult on Openreach’s latest pricing offer, but its statement suggests the regulator is not inclined to act against the proposal.
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Ofcom flexes its enlarged muscles on 3G switch-off and online safety
UK comms regulator Ofcom is leaning into its expanded remit by opining on the switch off of 3G services and social media transparency.
Shell Energy is the most complained about broadband firm again
Shell Energy continued to attract the most broadband and landline complaints to Ofcom in Q3 2022, while BT Mobile, Virgin Mobile and iD Mobile were the most complained-about mobile operators.
Ofcom expands probe into BT contract information
UK comms regulator Ofcom thinks BT subsidiaries EE and Plusnet may be falling short in their obligations to provide ‘clear and simple’ contract information.
UK fibre rollout is booming but take-up is lagging – Ofcom
The availability of full fibre broadband in the UK has grown rapidly over the past year, but convincing consumers to sign up remains a challenge, one that Ofcom has now taken up.
Ofcom needs to make a strong call on new Openreach pricing
Openreach was never going to please everyone in the UK telecoms industry with its new pricing scheme for wholesale access to its fibre network, which presents a challenge for regulator Ofcom.
Ofcom prioritises quality over quantity of MNOs
UK telco watchdog Ofcom intends to keep an even more watchful eye on operators’ network performance and availability.
Ofcom investigates mid-contract price rises
Ofcom has launched an investigation into whether UK broadband providers have given customers clear enough information on mid-contract price rises.
Ofcom jumps the gun with chief censor appointment
UK comms regulator Ofcom has anticipated the passing of the controversial Online Safety Bill by creating a new division to police online content.
Ofcom once more positions itself to meddle with online news gatekeepers
UK comms regulator Ofcom is worried that US tech giants have too much control over the news consumption of British voters.
Ofcom demands telcos do more to block dodgy calls
UK comms regulator Ofcom has introduced new rules compelling operators to identify and block calls that could be scams.
Ofcom looks to the skies to provide better broadband
Ofcom is backing satellites to help deliver broadband to difficult-to-reach areas, unveiling a new space strategy that includes the allocation of additional spectrum for satellite services.
Openreach set for another price cut
UK fixed-line wholesaler Openreach is reportedly in discussions with customers to further tweak its Equinox long term package.
Ofcom considers watered down net neutrality rules
UK comms watchdog Ofcom is worried that net neutrality rules are hampering innovation.
UK broadband speeds have increased by 60% since 2018 – Ofcom
Figures from Ofcom claim the median average speed of a home broadband connection has reached 59.4 Mbps – a 60% increase on the average speed recorded in 2018 of 37 Mbps.
Ofcom and Which? warn UK telcos to up their game
Fixed broadband remains the most griped-about comms service in the UK and complaints are on the up, albeit only slightly, according to new data from regulator Ofcom.
Ofcom study highlights threats to child online safety
A third of kids aged between 8 and 17 with a social media profile signed up with a false date of birth, according to new report by UK comms regulator Ofcom, seemingly offered up as a framing to the Online Safety Bill.
Vodafone UK confirms merger talks with Three
A long-rumoured piece of major British telecoms market consolidation is on the cards, with the UK arms of Vodafone and Three confirmed to be in merger discussions.
Ofcom urges telcos (very gently) to resist large broadband price hikes
Ofcom is having its say on the cost of living crisis in the UK, urging telcos to push low-income plans and appealing to their better nature on upcoming broadband price rises.
Ofcom launces probe into Amazon, Microsoft and Google’s cloud dominance
UK comms regulator Ofcom will investigate whether the dominance of Amazon, Microsoft and Google in the cloud services space is good for competition, and will also look at messaging apps and smart speakers.
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