On Thursday 17 October the UK Spectrum Policy Forum will be hosting its fourth Plenary Meeting of 2024.

The October Plenary will include discussions on global 5G standards and spectrum allocation, the impact of space technologies on future spectrum use, updates on European regulatory developments, and the latest innovations in private networks across industries.

Agenda

14:00 – 14:10

Welcome and Intro

Abhaya Sumanasena, Real Wireless and UK SPF Chairman

14:10 – 14:30

Update from WP 5D

Rauno Ruismaki, Nokia and WP5D

14:30 – 14:50

Space Partnership spectrum roadmap

Joanna Hart, Space Partnership

14:50 – 15:10

Update from CEPT PT1

Michael Kraemer, CEPT

15:10 – 15:30

Innovations in private networks

Noel Kirkaldy, Nokia and Industry Organisations

15:30 – 15:35

Steering Board and UK SPF research update

Luigi Ardito, Steering Board Chair and Qualcomm 

15:35 – 15:55

Cluster Chair updates

Manuel Rascado-Marti, Cluster 1 and LS telcom 

Bob Stewart, Cluster 2 and University of Strathclyde

Tony Lavender, Cluster 3 and Plum Consulting

Kumar Singarajah, Cluster 4 and Arqit / Euroma​

15:55 – 16:00

AOB and Close

Abhaya Sumanasena, Real Wireless and UK SPF Chairman

 

Why attend the UK SPF Plenary?

Recent work by Ofcom has focused on exploring alternative wireless technologies, aiming to support the growing demand for connectivity in diverse applications. In preparation for the upcoming plenary, discussions will focus on recent advancements in spectrum policy and emerging telecommunications technologies, highlighting the evolving role of spectrum in driving innovation.

The agenda will also explore the alignment of current technologies with future applications to maximize the efficient use of spectrum. These pressing topics require a broad perspective from industry, policymakers, and stakeholders. As frequency bands become increasingly congested and debates over interference span multiple technology sectors, understanding future spectrum demand and the necessary regulation to future-proof connectivity solutions requires a global outlook to develop effective, long-term solutions.

In addition to the above, we will also hear from the UK SPF Steering Board Chair and Cluster Chairs. 

If you are interested in joining the Steering Board, please get in touch.

Sophie Greaves

Sophie Greaves

Head of Telecoms and Spectrum Policy, techUK

Sophie Greaves 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/sophiegreaves/

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Tales Gaspar

Tales Gaspar

Programme Manager, UK SPF and Satellite, techUK

Tales has a background in law and economics, with previous experience in the regulation of new technologies and infrastructure.

In the UK and Europe, he offered consultancy on intellectual property rights of cellular and IoT technologies and on the regulatory procedures at the ITU as a Global Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI).

Tales has an LL.M in Law and Business by the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV) and an MSc in Regulation at the London School of Economics, with a specialization in Government and Law.

Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
+44 (0) 0207 331 2000
Website:
www.techUK.org
LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/talesngaspar

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