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This update from the Cambridgeshire Broadband Champions highlights the progress of the superfast broadband rollout as of April 30, 2014. With 88 cabinets now live, over 19,000 homes passed, and phase 2 cabinets confirmed, the project is on track. Key topics include demand stimulation, support for businesses, and the importance of digital inclusion. Community engagement, case studies, and upcoming phase timelines are discussed to encourage participation, digital access, and to support local businesses. Learn how you can assist your community with broadband take-up.
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Connecting Cambridgeshire Broadband Champions update 30 April 2014 Welcome
Agenda Introduction & the wider programme – Noelle Godfrey Superfast broadband roll-out progress – Clare Morton Demand stimulation and support for business – Sarah Marsh Broadband champion experiences – Alastair Brydon and Chris Bulow Q&A
Destination Digital business support:- Vouchers- Grants- Consultancy • Demand stimulation and take-up • Digital Inclusion Strategy
Roll-out progress Delivery is on track. “Green” status. 88 cabinets are now live. Total Homes Passed >19,000 Phase 2 cabinets now confirmed Some areas earlier than expected >100 km spine work in progress Target ~25,000 THP for end of June.
My Area Dates Phase 1: Dec 2013 June 2014 Phase 2 : June 2014 Sept 2014 Phase 3 : Sept 2014 Dec 2014 Phase 4 : Dec 2014 March 2015 Phase 5 : March 2015 June 2015 etc. An area may fall into one more than one phase
How you can help your communities Spreading the word and encouraging take-up Case studies Encouraging digital participation Helping local businesses to thrive www.destinationdigital.info
How we can help you Information and awareness materials Keeping Parish Councils, Members and community groups in the loop Ensuring no future infrastructure gaps Let us know!
The Grafham experience Alastair Brydon and Chris Bulow