If government is looking to kickstart its Growth Plan, it must prioritise delivering on the ambitions for the rollout, and take-up, of full fibre and 5G. That is the message techUK’s telecoms members have shared in a new report examining the impact of the Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review (FTIR), published four years ago.
At this techUK event, we will bring together members from the telecoms sector – both fixed and mobile – with key stakeholders and analysts to discuss the impact of the FTIR, what’s worked, what hasn’t and crucially, what now needs to be done to maximise the benefits of rolling out fibre and 5G across the UK.
We will also discuss techUK’s recommendations to government and the regulator as we prepare for new policy frameworks, reforms, and strategies (particularly for the wireless/mobile sector).
We have a number of non-member tickets available for this event - make sure to book your place and any questions, please contact Sophie James, Head of Telecoms and Spectrum Policy, techUK.
Agenda
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08:45-09:30 |
Arrival & refreshments |
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09:30-09:35 |
Welcome and introductions |
Sophie James, techUK |
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09:35-09:40 |
Opening remarks |
Matt Evans, Director - Markets, techUK |
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09:40-10:45 |
Panel discussion |
Alex Blowers, Director of Regulatory Affairs, CityFibre Jonathan Freeman, Strategic Growth & Regulatory Director, Cellnex UK Catherine Colloms, Director of Corporate Affairs and Brand, Openreach Ian Adkins, Principal, Analysys Mason Alex Towers, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, BT Group Moderator: Sophie James, Head of Telecoms and Spectrum Policy, techUK |
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10:45 |
Close |
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About techUK’s report: The FTIR: Fit to deliver for 5G and full fibre four years on?
Published four years ago, the Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review examined the market and policy conditions that would enable greater investment in future telecoms infrastructure at pace. techUK's report outlines our members’ views on the outcomes and impact of the FTIR since it was published in 2018 and includes recommendations for government to consider.
techUK surveyed members of its Telecoms Infrastructure and Deployment Working Group to reflect on the original FTIR commitments, and in our report, we summarise member views on what has worked, what hasn’t, what government is yet to deliver, and the consequences for the market.
The FTIR report
Progress on 5G and full fibre delivery, four years on - techUK's new report examining the impact of the Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review (FTIR), published four years ago.
For any queries related to this event, please feel free to get in touch with the below Team:
Sophie James
Sophie James
Sophie James is Head of Programme for Communications Infrastructure and Services at techUK, and oversees the UK Spectrum Policy Forum.
Sophie was promoted to Head having been Programme Manager for Communications Infrastructure and Services, leading techUK's telecoms activities, engagement and policy development. Previously, Sophie was Programme Assistant across a variety of areas including the Broadband Stakeholder Group, Central Government, Financial Services and Communications Infrastructure programmes.
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.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2038
- Twitter:
- @SJMJames1
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-james-52759160/
Manuel R. Marti
Manuel R. Marti
Manuel joined techUK in February 2022, where he is now Programme Manager for the UK Spectrum Policy Forum and Satellite.
A journalist by training, he has written extensively about spectrum since 2018 for PolicyTracker. Manuel has a MSc in International Politics from the School of Oriental and African Studies in London. In his spare time he is currently trying to set up a supperclub.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 02073312000
- Twitter:
- @ManuelRMarti,@ManuelRMarti
Julia Ofori-Addo
Julia Ofori-Addo
Julia Ofori-Addo supports the Digital Connectivity Forum and a range of techUK Market Programmes such as; Central Government, Communications Infrastructure and Services and the UK Spectrum Policy Forum with the secretariat and event support, research and communication.
Julia is a bilingual – German and English native. Prior to joining techUK, Julia worked as an IT Team Administrator at Interxion Ltd (data center) supporting and coordinating teams with the Incident Management Protocols (IMP), auditing and reporting procedures and processes and assisting senior management with various secretarial/administrative duties. She has exceptional experience in handling and updating in-house database systems and a proven track record of demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
Julia is a graduate at the University of Kent with a BSc in Computer Science and Business Administration. In her personal time, she enjoys current affairs discussions, going to the gym and travelling.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @techUK,@techUK,@techUK
- Website:
- www.techuk.org,www.techuk.org
