Digital Britain: Connecting Our Nation
Presented by Duncan Golestani
Presented by Duncan Golestani
Whether working from home, relaxing, or travelling, we have come to rely on the vast network of digital infrastructure that bridges the distances between us and provides us with crucial access to data and information. In our daily lives it provides access to the things we value most: people, information, and even community. Digital infrastructure is a crucial factor in levelling up the nation, ensuring everyone, even in traditionally hard-to-reach places, has equal access to education and opportunity.
Gareth Elliot, Director of Policy and Communications at Mobile UK, addresses the challenges of 5G rollout, how mobile coverage applies to access to education and improving digital literacy, and the ways mobile providers help foster entrepreneurial growth. Also sharing the industry's expectations from the new Government, emphasising the critical role of digital connectivity in driving the wider economy.
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From planning reforms to shaping policy, techUK plays a vital role in driving the tech agenda. With a new government in place, Matt Evans, COO at techUK discusses strategic priorities, the actions needed, and how technology can help build a better Britain.
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Head of UK Telecoms Innovation Network, Ian Smith, outlines how UKTIN is enhancing the UK's global competitiveness in connectivity by supporting supply chain development and leveraging emerging technologies. Also highlighted the tangible benefits of connectivity, and the importance of their Telecoms Trailblazers programme in transforming Britain's telecom ecosystem.
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The UK's surge in demand for full fibre home broadband has seen many new internet service providers joining the market. Cabling systems manufacturer Connectix has been well equipped to position itself as a key supplier, and to meet the demand for skilled engineers, they’ve launched their very own training centre.
As reliance on digital technology continues to grow throughout the UK, Cornerstone is striving to enable connectivity for all. The digital infrastructure company is working with telecoms operators, government and industry to develop infrastructure sites in underserved areas, embracing technological advancement along the way.
nexfibre is creating a national-scale network across the UK, bringing quality connectivity to underserved communities. As part of this plan, nexfibre is working with charity UK Youth to provide broadband access to over 1000 youth centres - empowering the next generation with the digital tools they need to thrive, and boosting the UK's economy.
Providing internet connectivity nationwide is paramount for people to feel connected and access vital services. Openreach is committed to delivering full fibre connectivity to millions across the UK, by developing new ways to bring better broadband to rural, remote areas.
There aren’t many tech companies around that have a history stretching back 230 years – but Ordnance Survey is one, making the definitive master mapping of Great Britain. Their CEO, Nick Bolton, discusses the ways in which its relevance is just as powerful now for a thoroughly modern nation.
Not having access to reliable internet disproportionately affects rural areas, impacting access to jobs and education. Cornwall-based Wildanet is a certified B-corp, which aims to tackle digital exclusion and inequality by providing fast, reliable connectivity to the region.
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Duncan is a committed journalist working as a reporter for many years at the BBC and ITV, and is currently a presenter on ITV London News. Through his job as a reporter, he has been able to travel to different countries to report on a variety of issues.
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