Broadband Infrastructure Bill 2008

Public bill · Private Member · Presented

The Broadband Infrastructure Bill 2008 would set nationwide targets for broadband quality, coverage, affordability and take-up, and establish a National Broadband Network linking existing infrastructure while allowing competing service providers to use it. It would create a Broadband Commission, require the Minister to report to an Oireachtas committee if targets were missed, and introduce new rules and a more expert-based process for choosing the network’s board, helping Ireland prepare for faster next-generation internet services.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to ensure the provision of high quality and affordable broadband nationwide by setting given quality and uptake targets; to place duties upon the Minister as to the achievement of those targets; to specify reporting procedures to be taken if targets are not met; to establish a Broadband Network and Commission to facilitate the objectives of the Act; to reform certain regulations relating to the provision of broadband; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

Last updated 14 September 2018