September Newsletter

This year the event is heading North, taking place at the TalkTalk Head Offices in Salford (accessible by tram from Manchester Piccadilly) and will welcome members from across the UK to join for an afternoon of interesting discussions and networking over refreshments provided.

The event will focus on 'Overcoming the obstacles to ensure gigabit broadband is delivered to all citizens' and will feature:

Keynote Speaker: Simon Fell MP, Rural Connectivity Champion

Panel Session: Barriers to take up - how can industry challenge them? 
In this panel session, ISPA will bring together key industry leaders and government representatives to establish what the key factors are prohibiting take-up of gigabit broadband and what can be done to overcome these current barriers - covering awareness, emerging technologies, broader industry messaging strategies and government incentives.

Panel Session: What should be the role of industry in a cost of living crisis? 
This panel will have an in-depth discussion about the role of industry given the current macroeconomic environment. With providers exploring different ways of providing support to those most affected by the current crisis, the panel will explore what the role of industry should be, the messaging around the work we undertake to tackle the issue and whether there is enough support from government.

We are seeking nominations from the members of the public by 6th October. To submit your nominations, please submit the name of the individual/ organisation with your reasons why to awards@ispa.org.uk, or on social media using the hashtag #internethero

Do you know an organisation, or an individual, who has gone above and beyond to contribute to the UK’s connectivity and huge increase in the deployment of gigabit capable fibre? Or someone who has worked tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of end users? With the cost of living front and centre, has a campaign or group helped overcome the digital inclusion challenge? The award is an excellent opportunity to celebrate those who have dedicated themselves to the digital and connective improvement of the UK. Last year's winner was the Digital Poverty Alliance.

The 2023 Internet Hero will be announced on the 9th of November alongside the other winners on the night at the historic Old War Offices on Whitehall - now the Raffles London at the OWO hotel. We are offering Early Bird tickets until 8th September, we encourage you to book yours now through Eventbrite HERE.

In addition, ISPA is still on the hunt for nominations for their 25th Anniversary Award, celebrating an industry titan that has dedicated their career to enhancing connectivity across the UK. If you have an opinion on a worthy winner for ISPAs most coveted award in its 25 year history, then please send your nomination through to awards@ispa.org.uk.

• Private telecoms networks call for information - DSIT is seeking views on uses and security of Private Telecommunications Networks within the UK. Closing on 13th September.
• PSTI Act consultation - DSIT seeking views on proposed regulations under the PSTI Act. Closing on 4th September.
• Domain Name misuse consultation - DSIT were seeking views on proposed requirements for UK-related domain name registries when tackling domain name abuse. This consultation closed on 31st August.
• Growth Duty consultation - DBT were seeking views on whether to extend the growth duty to the economic regulators (Ofcom, Ofgem, and Ofwat). This consultation closed on 24th August.
• One Touch Switch pricing regime - TOTSCo requested feedback on the proposed pricing regime for OTS. This consultation closed on 11th August.

As Parliament returned on Monday - with a Westminster Hall Debate on access to broadband services in the Commons, the Online Safety Bill in the House of Lords on Wednesday - the team is gearing up for its return, ahead of Party conference season later in the Autumn.

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