Written question WQ100882
- Asked by
- Darren MillarConservative
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 5 days
Question
What consideration has the Welsh Government given to allowing greater clearance and additional antennas on rooftop sites to support the rollout of improved mobile connectivity?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning (Siân Gwenllian)
The Welsh Government’s Programme for Government outlines that we will reform the planning system to ensure it better supports the needs of the people, communities and businesses of Wales
We aim to create the right conditions for telecoms industry investment in mobile phone connectivity with the levers at our disposal and continue to make the case for ongoing investment in digital infrastructure throughout Wales. This includes encouraging private sector operators to expand their own networks