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“ On a wider level, PIA( Physical Infrastructure Access) pricing remains a major barrier to rural broadband growth. Currently, altnets like Fibrus pay per metre for network access – a system that disproportionately impacts rural areas, where properties are often 200 metres apart compared to just ten metres in towns. This makes rural rollouts up to twenty times more expensive, despite slower existing speeds and fewer providers,”
Shane continues.“ Rules preventing altnets from recovering these costs from consumers further slow progress. We’ re calling on the government and Ofcom to address this in the upcoming Telecoms Access Review( TAR) to create fairer competition, improve rural access, and unlock millions in private investment.”
Prioritising partnerships
In mitigating these challenges, close collaboration and strong partnerships have been instrumental. Fibrus prides itself on the robust relationships that it holds with its network, be that with its clients, partners, or public or private entities.
“ Collaboration has been a key driver for our growth. From the outset, Fibrus’ startup mindset has shaped how we operate – staying agile, solutions-focused, and committed to building strong, collaborative relationships across every part of our network,” Shane affirms.“ Our success has been built on close cooperation with both the public and private sectors. We’ ve worked closely with Building Digital UK( BDUK), the Department for the Economy( DfE), the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs( DAERA), and the UK Government, whose support has been instrumental in delivering transformative projects such as Project Stratum. These partnerships have helped us overcome ccemagazine. com 45