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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lucinda Cameron

UNCOVERED: Tens of thousands in remote areas to receive faster broadband - The Untold Story

The upgrade will speed up broadband connections (Dominic Lipinski/PA) - (PA Wire)

Around 65,000 homes and businesses including some in Scotland’s most remote areas will gain access to lightning-fast broadband through a “game-changer” upgrade.

The UK Government has signed a £157 million contract with Openreach to bring gigabit-capable internet to the Highlands and Outer Hebrides as well as the islands of Islay, Skye and Tiree.

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