To identify and discuss existing data retention practices for both business and law enforcement purposes in the EU Member States, and to address the extent of the need for, and the possible characteristics of, an EU-wide regime of data retention for law enforcement purposes. Read more...

The regulatory and competitive implications of BT's plans for a NGN. Ofcom believes there are opportunities for competitor networks provided there is the availablity of access to BT's network. Read more...

A consultation to cover all voice services but with a specific look at some of the problems that have arisen with respect to VoIP Read more...

A process expected to stimulate growth and development in the BiH telecom sector; creating optimal use of this band and identify methods of licensing operators. Read more...

Directives adopted in March provide legal framework for boosting electronic procurement. This consultation forms part of a strategy to assist member states implement them correctly. Read more...

Proposals to allow greater flexibility in the use of wireless licences; including regulatory measures to prevent interference Read more...

The long-awaited consultation that will lead to recommendations on how to enable flexiblity of use. Recommendations will be made in early December. Read more...

One of those 'horizontal' consultations which should have some impact on DG InfoSoc. The programme will integrate a number of existing and future projects inluding ICT focused programmes; Modinis, eEcontent, eTen. Read more...

A look at Ofcom's approach to setting wireless telegraphy Act licence fees and the application of adminstrative incentive pricing. Read more...

A look at the regulations required under section 170 of the Act which will make previously confidential licences public and allow the spectrum trading regime to get underway before the end of this year. Read more...