Ofcom has set out its approach to spectrum management in the Spectrum Framework Review (SFR), this document discusses specific proposals for the extension of it's liberalisation policies to the Business Radio Sector; it feels that a phased approach is appropriate. Read more...

Concerning Ofcom's proposals to add or modify some licence charges under the Wireless Telegraphy Act, the purpose of this consultation is to i)further implement Ofcom’s general approach to spectrum pricing and ii)make proposals for updating the level of fees applied to different licence classes. Read more...

Ofcom is consulting on the potential effect of increasing the allowable power levels for licence exempt devices in certain geographical areas in order to facilitate new services. The options are:i) maximise benefitsii) minimise risksiii) a balance between risks and benefits They are seeking opinion on which of these options, if… Read more...

Looking for comments on proposals to make certain services licence exempt including:i. Citizens’ Band (CB) Radio ii.“Micro” FM Transmitters (already widely in use)iii. New technologies such as:(a)Inmarsat BGAN and High Density Fixed Satellite Service (HDFSS) satellite terminals; (b)Narrow band use of 24GHz for short range radar (including automotive applications); (c)… Read more...

(i) The designation of bands 1980-2010 MHz and 2170-2200 MHz for use by systems in the MSS. (ii) Transitional arrangements for the Fixed Service and tactical radio relay systems in the bands 1980-2010 MHz and 2170-2200 MHz to facilitate the harmonised introduction and development of systems in the MSS. (iii)… Read more...

(i) Building Material Analysis (BMA) devices using UWB technology in bands below 8.0 GHz.(ii) The harmonised conditions for devices using UWB technology with Low Duty Cycle (LDC) in the frequency band 3.4 - 4.8 GHz.(iii) Technical requirements for UWB LDC devices to ensure the protection of FWA systems.Comments to yurdal@ero.dk Read more...

With regards to the government-announced regional timetable for Digital Switch Over, Ofcom believes it is necessary and desirable to insert appropriate switchover-related conditions in:i) the five multiplex licences held under the Broadcasting Act 1996; and ii) all digital television programme service (DTPS), digital television additional service (DTAS) and relevant digital… Read more...

To ensure that spectrum is used as efficiently as possible, Ofcom is addressing the issue of whether, how and when the spectrum prices for terrestrial broadcasting should reflect the opportunity cost of using it. Read more...

The following bands to be urgently considered for IMT-2000/UMTS systems: i)880-915 MHzii) 925-960 MHziii)1710-1785 MHziv)1805-1880 MHz Contact: yurdal@ero.dk Read more...

Ofcom are consulting on draft regulations to legalise the use of low power FM transmitters. These transmitters, which can be used to connect personal audio devices wirelessly to radios and in-car entertainment systems will be one of a range of new technologies where users will not need to obtain a… Read more...