Broadband Grant Scheme for Wales

Author - Susan Pearson

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Broadband Grant Scheme for Wales

The Welsh Assembly Government (WAG) has set up a scheme offering up to £1000 to communities, residents, third sector organisations and businesses for fast broadband connections.  The Welsh Government’s Deputy Minister for Skills and Technology, Ken Skates, has said that WAG wants improved connectivity .

The grant is intended for properties and premises where constant connection download speed is below 2Mbps.  The scheme is set to launch on 1st October.  However, some exchanges are set to be upgraded so potential applicants should first check  www.superfast-cymru.com  and  use the postcode check to check if the exchange that serves their property or premises is one of the ones that is being upgraded.