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Fibre broadband rollout

Superfast fibre broadband is now available throughout much of the area opening up a whole new world of cutting-edge software and applications that connects residents and businesses with people all over the world. The faster download speeds of up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 20 Mbps do not happen automatically. To benefit you need to upgrade to fibre with an internet provider of your choice. This need not cost you more, so speak to your existing provider or see our handy price comparison tool at www.inorthumberland.org.uk/upgrade The new services have been available in Beadnell and North Sunderland since May 2014. As of March 2015 the majority of properties in Seahouses are now able to order fibre and in Bamburgh fibre has been available since December 2014. There is still some work remaining to make fibre available to a small number of additional properties in Seahouses and to Budle and Waren Mill by the end of 2015. More information is available at www.inorthumberland.org.uk

Alternative broadband options

By the end of 2015 we expect fibre broadband to be available to around 90% of premises in Northumberland. If you are one of the 10% of premises that cannot order a fibre broadband package there are still options available to you: A second phase of fibre roll out is due to begin in 2016. Complete the form at www.inorthumberland.org.uk/pledge and if fibre is made available to your property in the future we will email you to let you know. Eligible businesses could make use of the connection voucher scheme to obtain a superfast broadband service - see below for more information. You may also be interested in looking at satellite broadband options for improved broadband speeds. Further details are at www.inorthumberland.org.uk/satellite

Connection Voucher Scheme

If fibre is available to your business, you may be able to get a voucher for up to £3,000 towards an off the shelf product to help you get your business connected. If fibre is not available to your property and you need a bespoke superfast broadband solution, you may be able to get a voucher for up to £3,000 to help you get your business connected to superfast broadband. For more details and to apply visit www.inorthumberland.org.uk/connection-voucher-scheme/

iNorthumberland Business Support

iNorthumberland is also delivering a programme of business support to enable eligible businesses to get the best out of superfast broadband. The programme provides high quality business support, helping businesses to harness the opportunities of high speed broadband in order to grow their business online. Financial support is also available to eligible businesses providing up to £400 towards the cost of upgrading to superfast broadband and the first 12 months of your contract. For more details visit www.inorthumberlandbusiness.co.uk

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