Wiggin formerly played a part in driving digital connectivity across the UK

New government plans will ensure everyone can access fast and reliable coverage wherever

This announcement builds on Ericsson’s history within telecommunications and supports the government’s ambition to be a leader in future communications and global standards

The not-for-profit company is owned by the West Midland Combined Authority and the DCMS and said the network will aid telecoms research, development and innovation

New technology aims to build a better, more secure broadband and mobile infrastructure by boosting competition and innovation with the telecoms supply chain

Prime Minister Boris Johnson introduced a ban on Huawei components for use in British networks in 2020- calling them a ‘high-risk vendor’ following US sanctions

The project is set to be complete in September 2022, with work already underway at the Three lab to test the 5G network against use cases

The investment aims to level up Britain’s hardest-to-reach areas

While new proposals to support businesses manage cyber risks are also being considered

The risks have increased during the pandemic, according to the DCMS’ Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2021 report

Project to test remote-controlled cranes and crane maintenance cycles

Fine intended to ensure maximum Huawei strip-out

5G New Thinking aims to boost local investment in rural communities across the country

Additional consultation on improving mobile connectivity runs for 10 weeks

This comes as UK firms were hit by an average of almost 120,000 cyberattacks each in Q1 2019