PolicyTracker understands that Ofcom intends to consult on measures to enhance sharing in the 3.8-4.2 GHz band by the end of 2018. Ofcom is exploring the potential for future sharing between existing and new users.  Additionally the regulator is considering enhanced sharing that could include authorised sharing on a site… Read more...

The UK regulator Ofcom has opened a consultation on proposed coverage obligations for licences in the 700 MHz band. The proposed obligations will require the winners of licences in paired 700 MHz spectrum to roll out improved mobile coverage in rural areas. According to Ofcom this equates to a requirement to… Read more...

The UK's Ofcom has launched a consultation on regulators future strategy regarding the use of fixed wireless links. As part of this consultation Ofcom is seeking feedback on: Proposed regulatory framework for the 57 – 66 GHz band (V band) Potential EU harmonisation of the 1350 - 1375 MHz band… Read more...

The UK regulator has published the draft version of its annual plan for 2018-19. Ofcom's main spectrum goals for 2018/2019 include: Preparation for the future award of spectrum in the 700 MHz and 3.6 - 3.8 GHz bands. Conducting a public consultation on the use of 5G in the 26… Read more...

Ofcom is consulting on the whether its current approach to managing 410-450 MHz (UHF band 1) and 450-470 MHz (UHF band 2) meets the needs of current and future users as part of its strategic review of spectrum in 410-470 MHz. The band is currently used by the emergency services… Read more...

UK operator EE has asked Ofcom for changes to its 2100 MHz licence to permit the use of LTE technology in the unpaired frequencies 1899.9 to 1909.9 MHz. It has also requested a variation of its 800 MHz/2.6 GHz and 1800 MHz licences to "permit the use of mobile transmit frequencies… Read more...

Ofcom would like views on their proposal to increase the amount of spectrum available to WiFi in the 5 GHz band. According to the consultation, the UK regulator would like to "open up a further 125 MHz of 5 GHz spectrum at 5725-5850 MHz". Ofcom said they chose these ranges… Read more...

Ofcom would like views on its plans to introduce spectrum sharing in the frequency ranges of 3.8-4.2 GHz. The regulator had previously issued a consultation on its Spectrum Sharing Framework and this would be the first band in which it is applying the framework. In this elegantly-written consultation Ofcom identifies… Read more...

Ofcom, the UK regulator, would like views on its plans to clear out the 700 MHz band for mobile broadband. The consultation states that the regulator is making arrangements to ensure spectrum in this band is usable by mobile operators by Q2 2020, instead of the end of 2021 as… Read more...

Ofcom would like views on its Space Spectrum Strategy which outlines its plans to identify opportunities for spectrum sharing between the satellite and space science communities. The regulator argues it does not think spectrum availability is a barrier to growth for satellite broadband or earth observation services and therefore do… Read more...