The East of England Development Agency has secured funding to boost the introduction of high-speed broadband in rural areas Broadband provider BT has visited the north-east of England to call on funding bodies to help it improve internet coverage in the area. BT has made fibre optic broadband services available to around 14,500 homes and businesses in Durham. Small businesses in Essex need access to faster and more reliable broadband, according to an expert. | Bundle provider BT has appointed a new regional director to manage the rollout of broadband services across the south-east of England. Homes and businesses in Halifax are set to get the chance to sample fibre optic broadband services thanks to BT. High-speed broadband services are set to be introduced across the East Riding of Yorkshire, it has been revealed. |