Connecting Shropshire publishes fibre broadband map

The partners behind the Connecting Shropshire broadband project have published a map detailing the areas set to benefit from fibre optic-based services.

Although the project between Shropshire Council, BT and government agency Broadband Delivery UK is still in the early stages, the map has been released to illustrate coverage plans.

However, the partners have stressed that it is not an accurate representation of specific postcodes or properties that will be included in the fibre broadband deployment and is also subject to alteration as the rollout moves forward.

By the time the £24.6 million project is completed, fibre optic coverage will have increased to 93 per cent of local homes and businesses, with the majority of these able to enjoy speeds of at least 24Mbps.

Steve Charmley, Shropshire Council Cabinet Member with Responsibility for Broadband, said: "The map will be updated periodically as the programme develops, and I would encourage anyone with an interest to check the situation by visiting the Connecting Shropshire website."