It is proposed that:
- A multi-functional task force is created to work with local
business clusters and communities.
- The project introduces a per site connection voucher from
£7000 per business to £2500 per residence.
- Funding for the task force to focus on key areas that have been
hit hard by Covid-19 (SME’s, Care Homes) also for the
promotion of the voucher scheme to install Gigabit capable
broadband and include bespoke support on how to best exploit the
new technology.
- Installing local wireless and 4G/5G networks to support the
community at up to 20 locations.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure/Savings > £1 million;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 05/08/2020
Decision due: 4 Sep 2020 by West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Lead director: Chief Operating Officer
Contact: Catherine Lunn Email: catherine.lunn@westyorks-ca.gov.uk.