Gray claims Scots 'need broadband guarantee'Monday, November 2nd 2009 The leader of the Labour party in Scotland has claimed more needs to be done to consider how people across the country will get guaranteed broadband access. Scottish Labour party leader Iain Gray has called on ministers to clarify how they intend to provide broadband access to everyone across the country.
The MSP has claimed that such connections should now be viewed in the same light as utilities including water and electricity, adding that a failure to provide such services could leave the country at a disadvantage.
Talking to the Herald Scotland, he said that a lack of web access would mean people do not have the chance to sign up for "lower priced foods and commodities".
"Fast broadband access is also one of the keys to a modern, prosperous future for Scotland," he added.
"If we do not move our broadband vision on to the next level now, Scotland risks being left behind."
Helen Milner, managing director of advice body UK Online Centres, also recently claimed that being online allows homeowners to make an informed choice on a number of issues, including shopping and financial services.
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