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<p>Since 2016 all new procurements under the Superfast Broadband Programme have been
open to all suppliers to bid. BT, Gigaclear and Airband have all been successful in
winning contracts. Prior to this, in 2014 and 2015, we supported seven market test
pilot projects with seven different providers, which helped demonstrate new technologies
and delivery models for superfast broadband</p><p> </p><p>The Government has announced
a package of measures worth £1.1 billion to support full fibre roll out and ensure
we have the world class digital infrastructure that we need. This support is available
to any provider. In July, we introduced a Bill to provide for 100% business rates
relief for new fibre installed by any provider for 5 years and many providers are
already engaged in the project.</p>
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