BT to open up world of fibre optic broadband to rivalsMonday, February 8th 2010 Broadband provider BT is set to offer its rivals the chance to use its underground network to introduce fibre optic services. Communications provider BT has confirmed plans to give its rivals the chance to run fibre optic broadband services through its underground network.
The company, which offers bundles featuring digital TV, home phone and broadband, has revealed it is hoping to offer access to its tunnel network for a nominal fee, so rivals do not have to dig up pavements to lay their own cables.
According to the Financial Times, BT has been discussing the issue with Ofcom for several months.
Ian Livingston, BT's chief executive officer, told the newspaper: "We are working with them on how to achieve it.
"Although it's unlikely to be the silver bullet to get fibre to every home, open access to all ducts, not just ours, might help BT and others extend coverage and so we would like to see a future government support such a move."
BT was recently named an official partner of England's bid to host the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
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