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Proposal to allocate three blocks of VHF Band III spectrum to fill in the gaps in local DAB multiplex coverage and one block to a new national DAB multiplex. Read more...
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Further analysis of the key issues which will lead to a decision on whether UWB should be allowed including further studies on the risk of interteference to FWA, 3G and satellite services. Read more...
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PSB:statements of programme policy and self-assessment reviews Read more...
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Looking at how best to manage rapid growth of carrier pre-selection (CPS), a mechanism that allows end-users to select alternative comms providers to carry calls without having to dial a prefix or install any special equipment. Read more...
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A look at how to combat anti-competitive practice and particularly whether existing legislation will be sufficient. Read more...
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The consultation document contains a number of proposals to change the arrangements for license exemption in the UK. This includes liberalising current license-exemption criteria for High Density Fixed Satellite Services, Railway Level Crossing Sensor Systems, Underwater system use below 30 MHz and a number of short-range devices. In each of… Read more...
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Ofcom has issued a consultation document about its intention to maintain licence terms and conditions for the use of spectrum by Amateur Radio enthusiasts. This update includes provisions to remove spectrum in the 2.3 GHz and 3.4 GHz bands from amateur use, which was already announced as part of the Public Sector… Read more...
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Following an urgent request from Everything Everywhere to have its 2G 1800 MHz license changed to allow it to offer LTE in the refarmed band, the British regulator is consulting stakeholders to ascertain if there will be any material risk of distortion of competition if the licence is varied as… Read more...
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UK regulator Ofcom has issued a consultation concerning its intention to make a Wireless Telegraphy Order. In accordance with the Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006, the Proposed Order is intended to replace the Wireless Telegraphy Order 2006. Read more...
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Ofcom has issued another consultation concerning the annual licence fees it wishes to set for the 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands. The regulator wishes to increase the total fees for the band from £64.5 million to £246.8 million. These calculations are now based on an Annual Licence Fee of £1.57 million… Read more...