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PMSE sector welcomes UK plan for short-term 2.3 GHz licences
Jul 11, 2025
by Dugie Standeford

The proposed short notice, short duration licence for indoor and outdoor use by the programme making and special events (PMSE) and shared access sectors is a welcome development, says private 5G network provider Neutral Wireless. Read more...

Report suggests UHF spectrum squeeze could silence UK events
May 06, 2025
by Laura Sear

According to a report from PMSE group BEIRG, forcing PMSE users to vacate the 600 MHz band would seriously harm world-famous TV shows and events. Read more...

The slow death of the mobile industry’s THz spectrum ambitions
Apr 28, 2025
by Richard Haas

As 6G discussions ramp up, THz spectrum is increasingly seen as a niche or complementary option rather than a core part of future mobile networks. PolicyTracker investigates the reasons for this shift. Read more...

Operators disagree with Ofcom’s annual licence fees
Apr 09, 2025
by Laura Sear

Ofcom is likely to go ahead with proposed changes to the annual licence fees (ALFs) for the 900MHz, 1800MHz, and 2100MHz spectrum bands. BT, VM/O2, Vodafone and Three disagree with the regulator's plans. Read more...

UK sandbox tests dynamic spectrum assignment system
Jan 23, 2025
by Laura Sear

A consortium led by Queen Mary University of London is working on a dynamic spectrum assignment system for the 3.8—4.2 GHz and 1800 MHz bands. Read more...

UK regulator proposes lower annual licence fees
Jan 09, 2025
by Laura Sear

The proposed changes include reductions for the 900 and 1800 MHz bands offset by an increase for the 2100 MHz band—resulting in an overall projected annual reduction of £40 million ($49 million).  Read more...

UK competition authority approves Vodafone and Three merger
Dec 18, 2024
by Richard Haas

The authority has provisionally approved the merger which it says will raise consumer prices but also improve network quality. Read more...

UK regulator to allow satellite D2D, snubs HAPS
Dec 06, 2024
by Richard Haas

Ofcom says it will consult on a specific proposal early next year with the aim of enabling satellite direct-to-device in the UK. Read more...

UK competition authority dismisses spectrum divestment as a merger remedy
Nov 19, 2024
by Richard Haas

The authority dismissed proposals to force a spectrum sell-off as part of the Vodafone and Three merger. Read more...

Australia eyes a potential digital dividend
Nov 07, 2024
by Richard Handford

The Australian government will release a discussion paper on the future of free-to-air broadcasting in early 2025, says the country’s communications minister Michelle Rowland. Read more...