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...

Ofcom would like views on its plans to authorise the use of terrestrial base stations which would allow Inmarsat to provide broadband access to aircraft passengers in the UK. Currently, Inmarsat and Echostar hold pan-European licences to operate Mobile Satellite Services in the 2 GHz band. Inmarsat told the regulator… Read more...

Ofcom would like views on its plans to authorise the use of terrestrial base stations which would allow Inmarsat to provide broadband access to aircraft passengers in the UK. Currently, Inmarsat and Echostar hold pan-European licences to operate Mobile Satellite Services in the 2 GHz band. Inmarsat told the regulator… Read more...

Ofcom would like views on its plans to authorise the use of terrestrial base stations which would allow Inmarsat to provide broadband access to aircraft passengers in the UK. Currently, Inmarsat and Echostar hold pan-European licences to operate Mobile Satellite Services in the 2 GHz band. Inmarsat told the regulator… Read more...

How reasonable rates of return should be calculated, including the approach to estimating companies’ weighted average cost of capital and the assessment of risk associated with new services. Read more...

Ofcom is seeking views on the nine priorities identified in its Annual Plan, including releasing and liberalising spectrum. Planned spectrum release includes the bands at 412-414 MHz, 422-424 MHz, 872-876 MHz, 917-921 MHz and part of the L-Band spectrum (1452-1492 MHz), as well as preparation for the award of the… Read more...