Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:23:00 GMTCable.co.uk's news service brings you up-to-date breaking news from the digital service industry including news on cable, broadband, digital TV and home phone services.http://www.cable.co.uk/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-poll-raises-doubts-over-digital-economy-bill-19666486/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-poll-raises-doubts-over-digital-economy-bill-19666486/ The digital economy bill may not stop music fans from illegally sharing files online, according to a poll by TalkTalk. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:23:00 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-kick-off-with-hd-world-cup-coverage-19666484/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-kick-off-with-hd-world-cup-coverage-19666484/ Subscribers to Virgin Media's digital TV service will be able to enjoy HD coverage of the upcoming World Cup, it has been announced. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:22:12 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-scheme-praises-kids-for-bridging-the-digital-divide-19665709/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-scheme-praises-kids-for-bridging-the-digital-divide-19665709/ Broadband provider BT has recognised the efforts of youngsters across the UK to get more people online. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:25:15 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/tories-plan-to-boost-economy-with-fibre-optic-broadband-19665380/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/tories-plan-to-boost-economy-with-fibre-optic-broadband-19665380/ The Conservative Party has revealed plans to use fibre optic broadband to boost the economy. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:53:54 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-reduces-price-of-broadband-bundles-19665364/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-reduces-price-of-broadband-bundles-19665364/ Broadband provider BT has cut the price of its internet and home phone packages. revealed. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:53:05 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-prepares-for-telegraph-pole-broadband-trial-19664153/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-prepares-for-telegraph-pole-broadband-trial-19664153/ A new trial which will see fibre optic broadband services delivered using telegraph poles is to be launched by Virgin Media. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:31 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-users-urged-to-get-secure-19663178/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-users-urged-to-get-secure-19663178/ Consumers in the UK that regularly used broadband services have been urged to make sure they IT security is up to scratch. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:30:36 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-gets-arty-to-celebrate-broadband-19663175/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-gets-arty-to-celebrate-broadband-19663175/ Fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media has commissioned an artwork to celebrate the availability of internet services in the UK. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:29:34 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-britain-minister-defends-broadband-tax-plans-19662845/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-britain-minister-defends-broadband-tax-plans-19662845/ Plans to launch a new tax which will fund the introduction of fibre optic broadband across the UK have been defended by the government's Digital Britain minister. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:58:57 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-3d-digital-tv-will-be-pretty-special-19662839/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-3d-digital-tv-will-be-pretty-special-19662839/ The new 3D digital channel begin launched by Sky will be "pretty special", according to an expert. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:58:16 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/western-england-prepares-for-digital-tv-switchover-19661383/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/western-england-prepares-for-digital-tv-switchover-19661383/ Homeowners in western parts of England have been reminded to prepare for the digital TV switchover. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:34:17 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-critical-of-plans-to-disconnect-illegal-filesharers-19661376/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-critical-of-plans-to-disconnect-illegal-filesharers-19661376/ The government should rethink plans to suspend the broadband accounts of illegal filesharers, according to BT. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:32:57 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-reveals-entrepreneurial-spirit-of-the-uk-19660590/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-reveals-entrepreneurial-spirit-of-the-uk-19660590/ Research from fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media has revealed that a number of young Brits are keen to become entrepreneurs. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:37:10 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-providers-oppose-digital-economy-bill-amendment-19660584/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-providers-oppose-digital-economy-bill-amendment-19660584/ Rival broadband providers including Virgin Media and TalkTalk have published an open letter over their opposition to changes to the digital economy bill. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:36:19 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/europeans-getting-more-fibre-optic-broadband-access-19660218/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/europeans-getting-more-fibre-optic-broadband-access-19660218/ The number of fibre optic broadband connections available across Europe is rising, a new report has revealed. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:49:48 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-must-reconsider-how-to-boost-broadband-take-up-19660213/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-must-reconsider-how-to-boost-broadband-take-up-19660213/ Cost is not the only obstacle to get more people to take up broadband connections, a new report has revealed. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:48:16 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-add-tivo-to-digital-tv-boxes-in-autumn-19658815/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-add-tivo-to-digital-tv-boxes-in-autumn-19658815/ Digital TV provider Virgin Media is set to add TiVo to its digital TV platform in autumn, it has been revealed. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:40:49 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/brits-increase-spending-on-digital-tv-subscriptions-19658811/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/brits-increase-spending-on-digital-tv-subscriptions-19658811/ The amount of money spent on digital TV packages in the UK rose during last year, according to new research. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:40:09 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-takes-over-private-tv-network-management-19657842/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-takes-over-private-tv-network-management-19657842/ Broadband provider BT has revealed that its business division is taking control of the UK's largest private TV network. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:41:12 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/equality-key-to-uks-fibre-optic-broadband-rollout-19657836/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/equality-key-to-uks-fibre-optic-broadband-rollout-19657836/ Consumer Focus has claimed the introduction of next generation broadband services across the UK should close the digital divide. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:40:18 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-channel-to-broadcast-spartacus-19657442/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-channel-to-broadcast-spartacus-19657442/ Digital TV provider Virgin Media's Bravo channel is to broadcast the first two series of Spartacus: Blood and Sand. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:43:34 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/skys-3d-tv-set-for-shopping-centre-preview-19657439/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/skys-3d-tv-set-for-shopping-centre-preview-19657439/ Digital TV provider Sky is planning to preview its upcoming 3D digital TV service at the Westfield shopping centre in London. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:42:30 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-services-should-benefit-everyone-19656118/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/super-fast-broadband-services-should-benefit-everyone-19656118/ An expert has claimed the introduction of super-fast broadband across the UK should benefit everyone. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:49:46 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-will-get-big-benefits-from-online-music-service-19656111/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-will-get-big-benefits-from-online-music-service-19656111/ A new study has suggested that Virgin Media will benefit greatly from launching a new music download service. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:48:54 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/channel-4-hd-services-coming-to-virgin-media-19655188/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/channel-4-hd-services-coming-to-virgin-media-19655188/ HD versions of E4 and Film4 will be premiered on Virgin Media's digital TV platform in the next few months. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:36:14 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-calls-on-virgin-media-to-open-its-fibre-network-ducts-19655182/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-calls-on-virgin-media-to-open-its-fibre-network-ducts-19655182/ Broadband provider BT has called on rival Virgin Media to open up its network of underground ducts to other communications firms. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:34:33 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/public-claim-broadband-access-is-a-human-right-19654874/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/public-claim-broadband-access-is-a-human-right-19654874/ New research from the BBC has revealed that the people across the globe believe they have a right to broadband access. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:44:17 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-boosts-customer-service-with-new-call-centre-19654872/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-boosts-customer-service-with-new-call-centre-19654872/ Broadband provider Sky has revealed it is to boost the service available to customers by opening a new contact centre in Stockport. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:44:08 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-opposes-amendment-to-digital-economy-bill-19653619/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-opposes-amendment-to-digital-economy-bill-19653619/ Broadband and home phone provider TalkTalk has criticised a proposed amendment to the digital economy bill. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:57:05 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sony-digital-tv-channels-added-to-bt-vision-19653614/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sony-digital-tv-channels-added-to-bt-vision-19653614/ Digital TV provider BT has added two new channels from Sony to its Vision broadcast service. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:55:52 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-comes-to-the-aid-of-housing-body-19652900/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-comes-to-the-aid-of-housing-body-19652900/ Fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media's business division has helped Accord install a new contact centre platform. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:06:35 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/campaign-aims-to-get-super-fast-broadband-in-rural-areas-19652898/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/campaign-aims-to-get-super-fast-broadband-in-rural-areas-19652898/ A new campaign involving bodies including the Country Land and Business Association is calling for the government to install adequate broadband in rural areas. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:05:48 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/south-west-businesses-demand-fibre-optic-broadband-access-19652341/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/south-west-businesses-demand-fibre-optic-broadband-access-19652341/ Businesses in the south-west of England are increasingly demanding the availability of faster broadband services, new research has revealed. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:47:22 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-launches-fibre-optic-broadband-body-19652338/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-launches-fibre-optic-broadband-body-19652338/ An organisation responsible for the introduction of fibre optic broadband services across the UK has been launched by the government. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:46:46 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/ec-to-launch-universal-broadband-consultation-19651051/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/ec-to-launch-universal-broadband-consultation-19651051/ The European Commission is to launch a consultation into the best approach for providing universal broadband across the continent. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:42:18 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/police-offer-digital-tv-switchover-advice-19651046/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/police-offer-digital-tv-switchover-advice-19651046/ Residents in the Avon and Somerset area have been offered advice from local police on the digital TV switchover. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:40:35 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-aims-to-cut-broadband-network-congestion-19650052/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-aims-to-cut-broadband-network-congestion-19650052/ Broadband provider TalkTalk has outlined the plans it has in place to reduce congestion on its network. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:25:44 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-criticise-bbc-trust-over-digital-tv-service-19650047/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-criticise-bbc-trust-over-digital-tv-service-19650047/ Broadband provider Virgin Media is set to speak out against the BBC Trust's plans for the Project Canvas digital TV service. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:24:58 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/ofcom-to-consider-broadband-traffic-management-19649713/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/ofcom-to-consider-broadband-traffic-management-19649713/ The traffic management systems used by broadband providers are set to be considered in a new consultation by Ofcom. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:54:36 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-shows-customers-the-best-of-the-web-19649710/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-shows-customers-the-best-of-the-web-19649710/ Bundle provider TalkTalk has released new guides highlighting some of the best websites on the internet. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:52:51 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-partner-unveils-new-digital-tv-boxes-19648359/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-partner-unveils-new-digital-tv-boxes-19648359/ TiVo, the digital TV partner of Virgin Media, has hinted at what the future of their agreement could hold for subscribers. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:30:24 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-business-a-clear-alternative-to-bt-19648357/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-business-a-clear-alternative-to-bt-19648357/ The managing director of Virgin Media Business has said the body's rebranding is key to its efforts to rival BT. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:29:26 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-can-match-virgin-medias-fibre-optic-broadband-19647510/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-can-match-virgin-medias-fibre-optic-broadband-19647510/ Internet service provider BT has claimed it has the technology to match Virgin Media's proposed 100Mbps fibre optic broadband service. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:46:57 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-speed-test-results-in-for-february-2010-19647505/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-speed-test-results-in-for-february-2010-19647505/ Research by Cable.co.uk has revealed that Virgin Media offered the fastest broadband speeds in the UK during February. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:46:12 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/lords-unveils-broadband-customer-service-plans-19647115/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/lords-unveils-broadband-customer-service-plans-19647115/ The House of Lords has called for new legislation to be added to the digital economy bill that would boost the customer service offered by broadband providers. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:47:39 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-aims-to-boost-broadband-user-numbers-19647111/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-aims-to-boost-broadband-user-numbers-19647111/ The government has revealed plans to get over seven million new broadband bundle subscribers online by 2014. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:46:01 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-tv-switchover-to-begin-in-cardiff-19645887/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-tv-switchover-to-begin-in-cardiff-19645887/ Work on the digital TV switchover is set to begin in Cardiff this week, according to reports. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:03:52 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-providers-urged-to-reveal-all-about-speeds-19645873/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-providers-urged-to-reveal-all-about-speeds-19645873/ Bundle providers in the UK should reveal to consumers the exact connection speeds available to them, it has been claimed. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:59:39 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-does-its-bit-for-charity-with-the-lords-taverners-19644855/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-does-its-bit-for-charity-with-the-lords-taverners-19644855/ Broadband provider BT has worked with charity The Lord's Taverners to enhance the communication skills of disabled children. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:37:41 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-tv-not-under-threat-from-online-video-19644851/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-tv-not-under-threat-from-online-video-19644851/ The ability to watch shows online is unlikely to impact on the popularity of digital TV packages, it has been suggested. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:36:25 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-cuts-price-of-talk-and-surf-plus-bundle-19644513/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-cuts-price-of-talk-and-surf-plus-bundle-19644513/ Broadband provider BT has reduced the price of one of its leading internet and home phone bundles. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:54:14 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-reveals-digital-tv-highlights-for-march-19644511/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-reveals-digital-tv-highlights-for-march-19644511/ Digital TV provider Virgin Media is set to broadcast shows and films including Hannah Montana, The Wire and Michael Jackson's This Is It this month. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:53:11 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-adds-cartoonito-to-digital-tv-service-19643228/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-adds-cartoonito-to-digital-tv-service-19643228/ Digital TV provider Virgin Media has announced that the Cartoonito channel has been added to its broadcast platform. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:59:09 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/o2-offers-50-of-mobile-credit-on-broadband-deals-19643218/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/o2-offers-50-of-mobile-credit-on-broadband-deals-19643218/ Bundle provider O2 is offering subscribers access to £50 of mobile credit when they sign up to its home broadband services. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:58:12 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/council-based-digital-tv-service-to-be-expanded-19642442/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/council-based-digital-tv-service-to-be-expanded-19642442/ A major digital TV platform which gives users access to council services is being rolled out across Wales. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:58:23 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/project-canvas-digital-tv-service-to-launch-in-a-year-19642434/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/project-canvas-digital-tv-service-to-launch-in-a-year-19642434/ The new Project Canvas digital TV service could be launched within the next year, it has been suggested. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:57:30 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/cla-reveals-fibre-optic-broadband-grant-plans-19641962/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/cla-reveals-fibre-optic-broadband-grant-plans-19641962/ The Country Land and Business Association has called on the government to provide funding to support the provision of broadband to rural areas. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:53:31 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/o2-updates-broadband-tariffs-19641960/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/o2-updates-broadband-tariffs-19641960/ Bundle provider O2 has announced the launch of new tariffs for its mobile broadband packages. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:52:34 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-launches-chat-for-change-home-phone-initiative-19640334/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-launches-chat-for-change-home-phone-initiative-19640334/ Broadband provider BT has launched a new home phone-based initiative to support the Sport Relief fundraising drive. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:55:31 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-plans-new-broadband-advertising-campaign-19640323/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-plans-new-broadband-advertising-campaign-19640323/ Broadband provider Sky has announced it is seeking a new partner to develop a marketing campaign. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:54:18 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/carphone-warehouse-shareholders-approve-talktalk-demerger-19639313/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/carphone-warehouse-shareholders-approve-talktalk-demerger-19639313/ The proposed demerger of TalkTalk from Carphone Warehouse has been approved by the latter's shareholders. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:37:50 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-makes-changes-to-broadband-bundles-19639309/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-makes-changes-to-broadband-bundles-19639309/ Bundle provider TalkTalk has amended several aspects of its broadband packages, according to reports. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:36:34 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/swindon-charity-promotes-digital-tv-switchover-19638941/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/swindon-charity-promotes-digital-tv-switchover-19638941/ Efforts to make people in Swindon aware of the digital TV switchover have been backed by a charity. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:51:30 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/uk-the-third-largest-broadband-market-in-europe-19638934/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/uk-the-third-largest-broadband-market-in-europe-19638934/ New research has revealed that the UK is the third largest broadband market in Europe. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:49:31 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/uk-urged-to-up-its-game-on-fibre-optic-broadband-provision-19637467/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/uk-urged-to-up-its-game-on-fibre-optic-broadband-provision-19637467/ The UK needs to increase its efforts to introduce widespread fibre optic broadband services, according to an expert. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:55:46 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/ofcom-plans-broadband-speed-research-19637462/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/ofcom-plans-broadband-speed-research-19637462/ The UK's communications regulator is set to conduct research into the quality speeds available through broadband services. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:54:55 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-targets-improved-customer-service-19636658/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-targets-improved-customer-service-19636658/ Fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media is making use of new solution to improve the customer service it offers subscribers. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:23:14 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/universal-broadband-will-boost-online-retail-sales-19636655/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/universal-broadband-will-boost-online-retail-sales-19636655/ New research has suggested that universal broadband services in the UK will generate a major surge in online retail sales. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:22:32 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-enjoys-strong-bundle-penetration-19636647/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-enjoys-strong-bundle-penetration-19636647/ Fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media has claimed its latest trading update highlights the success of its bundle packages. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:21:56 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-and-virgin-media-clash-over-advertising-19636026/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-and-virgin-media-clash-over-advertising-19636026/ Two of the UK's leading broadband bundle providers have squared up over claims made in advertising material. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:42:33 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-launch-100mbps-fibre-optic-broadband-19636022/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-to-launch-100mbps-fibre-optic-broadband-19636022/ Bundle provider Virgin Media is to launch a new 100Mbps fibre optic cable broadband service before the end of this year. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:41:36 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/fibre-optic-broadband-tax-dead-in-the-water-19634641/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/fibre-optic-broadband-tax-dead-in-the-water-19634641/ The government's proposed tax that would be used fund the launch of fibre optic broadband across the UK looks "dead in the water", according to an expert. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:50:17 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-celebrates-pro-launch-with-spotify-offer-19634635/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-celebrates-pro-launch-with-spotify-offer-19634635/ Bundle provider TalkTalk is promoting its new broadband service by giving away Spotify Premium accounts over the next 12 days. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:49:12 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bournemouth-edges-close-to-fibrecity-broadband-status-19633680/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bournemouth-edges-close-to-fibrecity-broadband-status-19633680/ Work to install fibre optic broadband services across Bournemouth is progressing on track, it has been revealed. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:54:20 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/fibre-optic-broadband-network-to-be-launched-in-leeds-19633671/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/fibre-optic-broadband-network-to-be-launched-in-leeds-19633671/ A new fibre optic broadband service could be introduced across Leeds city centre in the near future, according to reports. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:53:17 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-announces-digital-tv-channel-changes-19633217/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/sky-announces-digital-tv-channel-changes-19633217/ Digital TV provider Sky has revealed it is revamping the range of movie channels available through its broadcast platform. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:49:59 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/oxfordshire-digital-tv-switchover-up-in-the-air-19633213/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/oxfordshire-digital-tv-switchover-up-in-the-air-19633213/ The organisation behind the digital TV switchover in Oxfordshire has used a helicopter to carry out work on the local transmitter. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:49:12 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-channels-added-to-sky-player-19631889/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-channels-added-to-sky-player-19631889/ Two channels owned by fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media have been added to Sky's online TV service. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:56:40 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/high-speed-broadband-coming-to-hereford-business-park-19631887/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/high-speed-broadband-coming-to-hereford-business-park-19631887/ A new high-speed broadband service is set to be launched in Herefordshire business park. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:55:45 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-business-aims-for-significant-growth-19631020/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-business-aims-for-significant-growth-19631020/ The new business broadband service from Virgin Media is hoping to experience "significant growth", it has been claimed. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:55:24 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-rethinking-broadband-disconnection-plans-19631012/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/government-rethinking-broadband-disconnection-plans-19631012/ The government has claimed it will not terminate the broadband connections of illegal filesharers. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:54:29 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/o2-tops-broadband-network-speed-test-19630596/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/o2-tops-broadband-network-speed-test-19630596/ Leading broadband provider O2 has come top of a major mobile broadband network speed test. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:53:58 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/mps-class-fibre-optic-broadband-tax-as-unfair-19630590/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/mps-class-fibre-optic-broadband-tax-as-unfair-19630590/ The government's proposed tax to fund the rollout of fibre optic broadband across the UK has been branded unfair by a committee of MPs. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:52:56 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/expert-backs-project-canvas-digital-tv-service-19629162/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/expert-backs-project-canvas-digital-tv-service-19629162/ The new Project Canvas digital TV platform has been backed by the managing director of Microsoft's UK operations. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:57:20 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-unveils-broadband-travel-passes-19629157/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-media-unveils-broadband-travel-passes-19629157/ Fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media has launched new passes designed for mobile internet customers who want to surf the web while abroad. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:56:10 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-medias-customer-base-increases-by-14000-19628206/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/virgin-medias-customer-base-increases-by-14000-19628206/ Fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media is set to announce strong trading results for the fourth quarter of 2009. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:51:39 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/consumers-given-home-phone-price-warning-19628198/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/consumers-given-home-phone-price-warning-19628198/ Brits have been urged to know their rights in relation to changes to their home phone services. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:50:40 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-disconnection-plans-need-to-get-technical-19627787/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-disconnection-plans-need-to-get-technical-19627787/ An expert has claimed that government plans to disconnect illegal filesharers need to highlight more "technical practicalities". Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:58:24 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-tv-advice-scheme-launched-in-the-south-west-19627785/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/digital-tv-advice-scheme-launched-in-the-south-west-19627785/ A new initiative which will see elderly and disabled people given advice on the digital TV switchover has been launched. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:57:29 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/eclipse-internet-launches-fibre-optic-broadband-deals-19626383/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/eclipse-internet-launches-fibre-optic-broadband-deals-19626383/ A new range of fibre optic broadband packages has been launched by Eclipse Internet. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:38:53 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-to-follow-virgin-media-into-quad-play-bundles-19626375/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/talktalk-to-follow-virgin-media-into-quad-play-bundles-19626375/ Reports have suggested that TalkTalk could soon enhance its broadband bundles by offering mobile phone services. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:37:46 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/charity-welcomes-talktalks-well-call-you-scheme-19625719/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/charity-welcomes-talktalks-well-call-you-scheme-19625719/ The new We'll Call You scheme from broadband bundle provider TalkTalk has been welcomed by a charity. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:04:03 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/future-of-high-speed-broadband-could-lie-in-satellites-19625698/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/future-of-high-speed-broadband-could-lie-in-satellites-19625698/ Satellites could play a key role in providing high-speed broadband across the UK, it has been suggested. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:03:14 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bts-sensible-broadband-duct-plan-welcomed-19625271/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bts-sensible-broadband-duct-plan-welcomed-19625271/ Broadband provider BT's plan to open up its ducts to rival network providers has been described by an expert as "sensible". Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:55:28 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/t-mobile-and-orange-look-to-push-through-merger-19625265/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/t-mobile-and-orange-look-to-push-through-merger-19625265/ Two of the UK's leading broadband providers have reportedly offered some concessions to get approval for their proposed merger. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:54:35 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-users-given-access-to-archive-tv-content-19623755/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/broadband-users-given-access-to-archive-tv-content-19623755/ Subscribers to broadband bundles across the UK can now access free archive TV shows through the Seesaw service. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:08:03 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-revamps-broadband-and-home-phone-bundles-19623750/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/bt-revamps-broadband-and-home-phone-bundles-19623750/ Broadband provider BT has announced the revamp of its home phone and internet bundles. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:06:54 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/oxfordshire-residents-reassured-over-digital-tv-switchover-19623031/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/oxfordshire-residents-reassured-over-digital-tv-switchover-19623031/ Homeowners in Oxfordshire have been told that work is ongoing to rectify some issues that have arisen during the digital TV switchover. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:48:38 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/world-cup-will-lead-many-to-embrace-hd-digital-tv-19623024/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/world-cup-will-lead-many-to-embrace-hd-digital-tv-19623024/ A growing number of people are set to take up high definition digital TV services in preparation for the World Cup, it has been suggested. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:47:50 GMT http://www.cable.co.uk/news/high-speed-broadband-project-completed-in-scotland-19622772/ http://www.cable.co.uk/news/high-speed-broadband-project-completed-in-scotland-19622772/ A major project to provide high-speed broadband access to schools and libraries across the Scottish Highlands has been completed. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:19:46 GMT