The UK regulator Ofcom has a consultation open on their proposed plan of work for the year ahead. The plan of work includes elements related to spectrum policy, as the regulator aims to prioritise widening access to fast, affordable broadband, and changes to spectrum licencing processes. The document also sets… Read more...

Ofcom has launched a consultation on draft legislation of The Wireless Telegraphy (Exemption) (Amendment) Regulations 2023. This would make changes to licence exemption rules regarding some Short Range Devices (SRDs), ITS, and remove the licence exemption for higher power wideband data transmission systems (“WBDTS”) in the 57-71 GHz band. The… Read more...

Update December 12, 2022 Ofcom has published a correction on December 8 after one stakeholder identified an error in the original paper's figures. The consultation on fees for the three bands remains open until January 12, 2023. July 25, 2022 UK regulator Ofcom has laid out its proposal for annual… Read more...

Ofcom has launched a consultation on proposed amendments to the Wireless Telegraphy regulations. The changes relate to three licence classes. Firstly, the regulator intends to introduce simplified rates for Broadcasting Restricted Licence Services. Secondly, Ofcom proposes to implement the fee related to the new licence class in the EHF band,… Read more...

UK regulator Ofcom has launched a consultation proposing to make spectrum available for the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI). The regulator proposes to make 2 x 3 MHz in the 700 MHz band and 2 x 4 MHz in the 800 and 900 MHz bands for PSNI communications use.… Read more...

Ofcom is inviting comments on Starlink's application for six non-geostationary orbit earth station licences. Starlink, the subsidiary of American spacecraft manufacturer SpaceX, is seeking six gateway licences operating in the Ka band frequencies. Starlink already operates three gateways in the UK, and the proposed additional licences are aimed to help… Read more...

Ofcom has launched a consultation on Telesat's application for a non-geostationary orbiting earth station network licence.  NGSO satellite systems deliver broadband services from space with satellites using a low or medium orbit. The document is open for comment until July 22, 2022. Read more...

UK regulator Ofcom has launched a consultation ahead of the World Radio Conference 2023. The regulator calls for input on the UK's provisional views on key agenda items to be considered at the conference. Some of the priority issues for the UK outlined by Ofcom include decisions on the allocation… Read more...

UK regulator Ofcom has launched a consultation on extending access to spectrum in the Ku-band (14.35-14.5 GHz) for satellite operators. Ofcom says additional spectrum is needed to increase broadband services in rural and remote locations, including offshore energy facilities. The proposed extended Earth Station Network licence would support the deployment… Read more...

UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on a proposal for a new spectrum licence for drone operators. The new licences would allow Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operators to use a range of technologies that are not currently allowed. These include the use of mobile and satellite terminals and safety equipment. The… Read more...