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There is wonderful news for communities across the United Kingdom as the London Fibre Group announces a bold new initiative to enhance the nation's digital connectivity. The group has revealed plans to seek Code Powers, a significant step designed to help them design, build, own, and operate a brand new fibre optic network. This ambitious project aims to create a robust infrastructure that will be available for other communications providers to use on a wholesale basis, helping to expand broadband and Ethernet services throughout the country.
This positive development comes as part of an application to Ofcom for Code Powers. These powers are typically sought to accelerate the deployment of new fibre networks and reduce costs. By streamlining the process, the project hopes to cut down on the number of licences needed for street works, making the construction phase smoother and more efficient. Furthermore, this approach supports access to run new fibre via Openreach's existing cable ducts and poles, known as PIA, ensuring that resources are used effectively to benefit everyone.
The focus of this exciting venture is clearly on serving metropolitan areas and major cities. The plan specifically targets locations that currently experience poor speeds and weak signals due to a reliance on older copper services or fibre-to-the-cabinet technology. By upgrading these areas, the initiative promises to bring faster, more reliable internet to homes and businesses that need it most. Although the company was originally incorporated in November 2019, this new direction suggests a dynamic shift towards delivering high-quality full fibre solutions.
With a focus on Dark Fibre and shared duct infrastructure, this project represents a collaborative effort to modernise the UK's digital landscape. It is a fantastic opportunity to see how shared resources can lead to better outcomes for all communications providers and, ultimately, for the public. As the application progresses, there is great potential for a significant boost in national connectivity.
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Published: 2026-03-13
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