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UK Launches Consultation for Leaseholder Broadband Access

12/15/2025

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The UK government has launched a consultation to empower leaseholders in flats to request gigabit-capable broadband.
Freeholders must not unreasonably refuse these requests, removing barriers to broadband access in multi-dwelling units.
The consultation runs until February 16, 2026, seeking input on renters’ impact.
Liz Lloyd, the UK Minister for Telecoms, underscored fairness in residents’ broadband access.
Telecommunications Infrastructure (Leasehold Property) Act 2021 aimed to streamline access but faced challenges.

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Story summary

The UK government has launched a consultation to empower leaseholders in flats to request gigabit-capable broadband.
Freeholders must not unreasonably refuse these requests, removing barriers to broadband access in multi-dwelling units.
The consultation runs until February 16, 2026, seeking input on renters’ impact.
Liz Lloyd, the UK Minister for Telecoms, underscored fairness in residents’ broadband access.
Telecommunications Infrastructure (Leasehold Property) Act 2021 aimed to streamline access but faced challenges.