§ The Earl of Northeskasked Her Majesty's Government:
What is their response to the applications received for the .4GHz broadband fixed wireless auction, with particular reference to the apparent involvement of the Hong Kong-based company, Pacific Century Cyberworks, in bids for all 15 regional licences. [HL2943]
§ Lord Sainsbury of Turville:The Radiocommunications Agency received a number of applications on 14 April to take part in the forthcoming auction of 3.4GHz fixed wireless access licences. All of the applicants have gone through the pre-qualification process and in accordance with paragraph 11.BA.4.1 of the Wireless Telegraphy (Public Fixed Wireless Access Licences) Notice 2003 the names of the qualified bidders have now been published. The Government welcome the encouraging level of interest in bidding in the auction.