A47: Member States to facilitate broadband investment
Take measures—inc. legal provisions—to facilitate broadband investment and ensure the availability of spectrum resources and that: civil engineering works involve potential investors, clear rights of way, map available passive infrastructure suitable for cabling and upgrade in-building wiring.
What is the problem? Poor coordination increases the cost of broadband deployment
Today, high cost is the main obstacle to the speedy roll-out of fibre optic networks. Civil engineering costs represent 80% of the total expense to deploy new fixed infrastructures. These costs, along with heavy administrative burdens, could be significantly reduced through proper coordination by national and local authorities.
Why is EU action required? To ensure better coordination
Only a coordinated approach will help the EU to achieve a full coverage of high-speed internet connection.
What are the Commission's plans?
In 2011:
- Explore the costs and benefits of a fully-fledged internal market for electronic communications networks and services.
- Conduct a study to identify any necessary legal measures .
Contact:
ken.ducatel@ec.europa