Wednesday 22 February 2012
Published: 27/01/2012 10:15 - Updated: 27/01/2012 10:34

Council wants your views on superfast broadband

There's still time to register your demand for Superfast broadband before councillors debate the issue in February. 

The Government wants the UK to have the best superfast broadband in Europe by 2015, so Central Bedfordshire Council is developing its own Local Broadband Plan to help deliver superfast broadband to as many of its residents and businesses as possible.

As part of this work, the council wants to find out just how much demand there is from businesses and people who live in the area, so a survey was launched in December to find out just what residents and businesses want from their internet capacity.

Already 800 people have responded to the survey, but there is still time to have your say, either online or by visiting one of the council's libraries, leisure centres or offices.

The survey will be ongoing, however, a snapshot of the data will be taken in early February to support the development of the Local Broadband Plan which is being considered by the council in February.

Cllr Richard Wenham, deputy executive member for Corporate Resources at Central Bedfordshire Council, said: "It is fantastic that over 800 people have already responded to the survey, but there is still time for residents and businesses to have their say.

"The more responses we get the stronger our case is for better broadband. By taking part you are helping to give an accurate picture of likely demand for the service.

"Superfast broadband is a priority for Central Bedfordshire Council as it is essential for our communities to continue to thrive. It is also crucial to ensure we are able to offer the best possible resources for businesses wanting to establish themselves or relocate to the Central Bedfordshire area."

To have your say visit www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/broadband

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