Rural Phone and Broadband Connectivity

Debate between Alistair Burt and Lord Benyon

Tuesday 3rd February 2015 Commons Chamber

[Richard Benyon]

I am supportive of what the Government have done and of the range of options to ensure there is no digital divide between town and countryside, but that does not mean we should ever be satisfied. We should push at the door wherever we can.

[Alistair Burt (North East Bedfordshire) (Con)]

Before my hon. Friend leaves that point, Dunton in my constituency was expecting to have its broadband confirmed, but it has been delayed yet again. Such dashed expectation is a constant concern. Even though there is a small percentage left to cover and the Government have done a great job, that small percentage feel left out.