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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Thursday, 25 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026. It was answered by Kanishka Narayan (Labour) on Friday, 3 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Broadband: Huntingdon

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of Satellite broadband coverage in Huntingdonshire.

Answer

We are committed to delivering gigabit broadband coverage to 99% of premises by 2032. Where premises are too costly to connect via gigabit fibre, alternative such as satellite broadband can play a role in providing quality connectivity, including in Huntingdonshire.

Satellite broadband coverage is currently widely available across the UK at ultrafast (100 Mbps or faster) speeds, with remote and rural residents already taking up these services. However, Starlink is currently the only company offering residential satellite broadband services.

The satellite market is developing at pace, with significant changes to terminal equipment, speeds and the cost of service packages. We are continuing to monitor and support the development of this market, including by encouraging spectrum releases and ground station deployments. We are expecting new market entrants which will increase consumer choice and availability.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
13296
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Broadband Huntingdon Satellites
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk