One-third of England's councils are set to benefit from superfast broadband packages, the communications minister has revealed.
Ed Vaizey has announced good progress in the roll out of the technology, with Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and Kent and Midway Councils among the latest areas to have their local broadband plan consented by the government.
Mr Vaizey explained: "Britain needs fast broadband to drive economic growth and connect remote communities. We are making a significant investment in taking broadband to those homes and businesses currently missing out on decent internet access."
He added that the enthusiasm shown by many councils with regard to superfast broadband has impressed him.
His comments come after Ofcom announced proposals to improve 4G coverage across Britain.
It aims to make the mobile spectrum available to 98 per cent of the population in order to meet the demand shown for mobile broadband technology.
Ofcom chief executive Ed Richards described the plans as a "crucial step" in providing more 4G coverage.
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