Telecoms
Our Telecoms programme champions the networks that connect the UK’s people, organisations and services. We bring together operators, network builders, vendors and innovators to shape future connectivity and support secure, resilient networks across the UK.
- Influencing telecoms policy
- Connecting the telecoms ecosystem
- Supporting future networks
Future connectivity depends on collaboration and investment.
The Telecoms programme brings together fixed, mobile, wireless and satellite operators, network builders, equipment vendors and technology innovators from across the communications sector. We help create a unified industry voice on the issues shaping the future of UK connectivity.
We work closely with government, regulators and industry stakeholders to support investment, reduce deployment barriers and strengthen the security and resilience of communications networks. Members gain opportunities to contribute expertise, engage directly with decision-makers and help shape the future telecoms landscape.
Through market insight, policy engagement, working groups, events and thought leadership, we help organisations understand emerging communications technologies, regulatory developments and future network opportunities.
This programme sits within our wider work on Telecoms and Space, helping support connectivity, innovation and economic growth across the UK.
Influence telecoms policy
We bring government and regulators together to shape policy, legislation and regulation affecting the telecoms sector. Our members contribute expertise and help create the conditions needed for investment, innovation and future network deployment.
Access sector insight
We provide our members with insight into policy developments, regulatory changes, market trends and emerging communications technologies. We help organisations identify opportunities, manage risks and prepare for future developments across the telecoms landscape.
Build strategic partnerships
We bring together organisations from across the telecoms value chain through events, councils, working groups and direct engagement with industry and government. These connections empower you to collaborate, share expertise and shape the future of communications networks.
Join the programme
Join a community shaping the future of connectivity. Members can influence policy, access market insight, build strategic partnerships and support the adoption of advanced connectivity and space technologies across the UK.
Upcoming events
VIEW ALLClosing the Private 5G Gap: Barriers to UK Industrial Adoption
Building trust in 6G Webinar - securing the UK's next generation of connectivity
Connected sport: building resilient, sustainable and fan-centric venues webinar
Related insights
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VIEW ALLAdvanced Connectivity Technologies Working Group
Exploring demand, supply, international drivers, and funding needs for advanced connectivity technologies.
Positioning, Navigation and Timing Committee
Looking at the issues, opportunities, applications and services of satellite- and terrestrial-based location technology.
Satellite Telecommunications Committee
Covering satellite telecoms from R&D, including the European ARTES programme, to services and applications of satellite broadband, satellite IOT, and broadcast.
Telecoms Council
Setting the strategic direction for all techUK and activities related to the Communications Infrastructure and Services Programme.
Telecoms Group
World-leading communications infrastructure underpins the UK’s aim of an open digital economy.
Telecoms Infrastructure Working Group
We focus on deploying fibre and radio networks, including 5G, by connecting industry with local authorities.
Programme specialists
Meet the team
Sophie Greaves
Associate Director - Digital Infrastructure
Sophie Greaves is Associate Director for Digital Infrastructure at techUK, overseeing the Telecoms Programme, the Data Centres Programme, and the UK Spectrum Policy Forum. Sophie leads our work across telecoms networks, security and resilience, supply chain diversification, advanced communications technologies, spectrum policy, and data centres - bringing these areas together into a dedicated Digital Infrastructure unit. She was previously Head of Telecoms and Spectrum Policy. Prior to joining techUK, Sophie completed a masters in Film Studies at University College London; her dissertation examined US telecoms policy relating to net neutrality and content distribution.
Joshua Turpin
Senior Programme Manager - Telecoms & Net Zero
Josh joined techUK as a Programme Manager for Telecoms and Net Zero in August 2024. In this role, working jointly across the techUK Telecoms and Climate Programmes, Josh is responsible for leading on telecoms infrastructure deployment and uptake and supporting innovation opportunities, as well as looking at how the tech sector can be further utilised in the UK’s decarbonisation efforts. Prior to joining techUK, Josh’s background was in public affairs and communications, working for organisations across a diverse portfolio of sectors including defence, telecoms and infrastructure; aiding clients through stakeholder engagement, crisis communications, media outreach as well as secretariat duties. Outside of work, Josh has a keen interest in music, painting and sailing.
Tales Gaspar
Senior Programme Manager - Spectrum and Satellite
Tales Gaspar has a strong background in law and economics, with extensive experience in the regulation of emerging technologies and critical infrastructure. As Programme Manager for Satellite and the UK Spectrum Policy Forum, he drives thought leadership and convening activities on advanced connectivity technologies, fostering market engagement across diverse industry verticals. Prior to joining techUK, Tales provided consultancy on intellectual property rights for cellular and IoT technologies and advised on regulatory processes at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) during his tenure as a Global Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI). He holds an LL.M in Law and Business from the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV) and an MSc in Regulation from the London School of Economics, specializing in Government and Law.