Written question WQ96975
- Asked by
- Sam RowlandsConservative
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 11 days
Question
How will the Cabinet Secretary ensure that North Wales receives its fair share of investment by telecoms operators given the proposed investment across the United Kingdom?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning
Responsibility for improving broadband and mobile phone connectivity in Wales rests with the UK Government.
Our Digital strategy for Wales outlines how we will continue to use the levers at our disposal to support businesses, homes and the public sector in Wales to receive the connectivity they need.
We are continuing to make the case for ongoing investment in digital infrastructure throughout Wales. This includes encouraging private sector operators to expand their own networks.
The Prif Weinidog met with BT group on the 16th of July where she stressed the importance of them continuing to invest and increase coverage in all areas of Wales.
Our full fibre roll-out (2019-2023) directly provided access to gigabit capable broadband to 13,149 premises across North Wales.