Written question asked by Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party) on Wednesday, 3 December 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 December 2025. It was answered by Kirsty McNeill (Labour) on Thursday, 11 December 2025 on behalf of the Scotland Office.

Telecommunications: Scotland

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, with reference to Written Statement HCWS867, whether the devolution settlement would prevent the Scottish Government from taking any of the same actions in Scotland.

Answer: We are working closely with the Devolved Governments on a range of issues related to the deployment of digital infrastructure. This includes improving access and collaborating to deliver Project Gigabit - the UK Government’s nationwide programme to deliver gigabit-capable broadband to UK premises that are not included in suppliers' commercial plans. In addition, the UK Government is supporting the Scottish Government’s Reaching 100% programme, which aims to ensure homes and businesses across Scotland have access to faster broadband.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 96765
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Boosting growth by removing barriers to digital infrastructure deployment
Monday, 21 July 2025
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects: Devolution Infrastructure Scotland Telecommunications
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk