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| Author | : Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: Welsh Affairs Committee |
| Publisher | : The Stationery Office |
| Total Pages | : 130 |
| Release | : 2012-09-17 |
| Genre | : Broadband communication systems |
| ISBN | : 9780215048417 |
Download Broadband Services in Wales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
In the Committee's report on broadband services it considers that the UK and Welsh Governments must work together and use all means available to bring broadband services in Wales up to speed with the rest of the UK, and eradicate broadband "slow spots" and "notspots" as a matter of urgency. Both Governments should consider promoting mobile and satellite technologies, particularly in remote areas of Wales in order to deliver this and not rely solely on rolling out fibre optic cabling. The availability of broadband has been consistently lower in Wales than the rest of the UK and although that gap has narrowed in recent years latest figures show the gap is widening again. The existence of notspots an slowspots has hindered existing businesses and deterred new businesses from choosing to locate to Wales - to the cost of the local economy.The Welsh Government's target is a commitment to provide all Welsh businesses with access to next-generation broadband by "the middle of 2016". The Committee also says that both Governments must ensure that the roll-out of superfast broadband is not achieved at the expense of delivering a good broadband service for all. The Committee recommends that Ofcom undertake a study to evaluate whether satellite broadband should be supported more vigorously in Wales; the delayed Spectrum auction, now planned for 2013, must ensure that 4G mobile services are available to at least 98% of people in Wales; and Ofcom must continue its efforts to open up access to infrastructure in Wales. BT's market power must be regulated effectively to ensure efficient operation of the market.
| Author | : Robin Wilkinson |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 50 |
| Release | : 2013 |
| Genre | : Broadband communication systems |
| ISBN | : |
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| Author | : |
| Publisher | : Bevan Foundation |
| Total Pages | : 28 |
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| ISBN | : 1904767370 |
Download Digital Wales, Divided Wales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
| Author | : Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: Welsh Affairs Committee |
| Publisher | : The Stationery Office |
| Total Pages | : 360 |
| Release | : 2009-08-04 |
| Genre | : Digital media |
| ISBN | : 9780215540768 |
Download Digital inclusion in Wales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The Wales Office and the Welsh Assembly Government must ensure UK digital inclusion initiatives meet Welsh needs and build on existing good work to deliver on Welsh digital ambitions, says the Welsh Affairs Committee in a report published today. This report "Digital Inclusion in Wales", examines the use of digital technologies in Wales, highlights the urgent need for the eradication of broadband ’notspots' - areas with limited or no access to high speed internet connections - and says this issue must continue to receive priority attention. There should be more support to help a wider range of people use technology effectively. Employers told the Committee they need staff with better IT skills and more training opportunities. The Committee recommends the Welsh Assembly Government explicitly includes this issue in its digital inclusion strategy. The digital inclusion agenda is a complex mix of reserved and devolved matters. This brings a risk that key issues can be overlooked, for example no account has been taken of Welsh language speakers' needs in the Government's Digital Inclusion Action Plan. The Secretary of State for Wales must ensure that bodies in Wales across all sectors are fully engaged with initiatives and that the next stage of Digital Britain adequately reflects Welsh needs. Higher education institutions also have a vital role to play and should be involved in any new research opportunities. The Welsh Assembly already has successful digital inclusion projects in Wales and it should find a way to become fully involved with the UK digital inclusion and Digital Britain work so it does not miss out on policy developments and funding opportunities. The Committee also recommends the creation of a one-stop shop providing advice on the risks for young people using technology, and commends the Assembly's work tackling internet related crimes which it says should be promoted as part of the economic development strategy in Wales.
| Author | : Great Britain. Parliament House of Commons. Welsh Affairs Committee |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 132 |
| Release | : 2002 |
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| ISBN | : 9780215006417 |
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Broadband is a new generation of telecommunications technology which can deliver a variety of services using coaxial cable, ADSL, satellite and radio links. The report finds that this technology offers great potential for the future economic and social development of Wales, in the light of the decline in traditional industries. However, the region lags behind other UK regions in the business application of ICT, and there is a danger of a growing 'digital divide' in areas where services are slow to be established. The Committee recommends that Ofcom, the new communications regulator, should consult the Welsh Assembly on any matters which impact on Wales. The Government's online strategy should include firm targets for the production of local internet content in the UK regions, and the legal position of networks using radio broadband run by local consortia needs to be clarified.
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| Publisher | : Information Gatekeepers Inc |
| Total Pages | : 11 |
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Download High-speed Internet Access Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
| Author | : |
| Publisher | : Bevan Foundation |
| Total Pages | : 182 |
| Release | : 2010 |
| Genre | : Marginality, Social |
| ISBN | : 1904767443 |
Download Poverty and Social Exclusion in Wales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
| Author | : Elin Haf Gruffydd Jones |
| Publisher | : Multilingual Matters |
| Total Pages | : 291 |
| Release | : 2013-02-22 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 1847699065 |
Download Social Media and Minority Languages Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
As a field in its own right, Minority Language Media studies is developing fast. The recent technological and social developments that have accelerated media convergence and opened new ways of access and exchange into spaces formerly controlled by media institutions, offer new opportunities, challenges and dangers to minority languages, and especially to their already established media institutions. This book includes debates on what convergence and participation actually mean, a series of case studies of specific social media developments in minority language, as well as comparative studies on how the cultural industries have engaged with the new possibilities brought about by media convergence. Finally, the book also offers a historical review of the development of Minority Language Media worldwide, and evidences the areas in which more extensive research is required.
| Author | : Great Britain: Parliament: House of Commons: Welsh Affairs Committee |
| Publisher | : The Stationery Office |
| Total Pages | : 140 |
| Release | : 2013-10-17 |
| Genre | : Architecture |
| ISBN | : 9780215062734 |
Download House of Commons - Welsh Affairs Committee: The Impact of Changes to Housing Benefit in Wales - HC 159 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The costs of housing benefit currently makes up more than a tenth of the UK Government's expenditure on welfare, with costs forecast to reach £25 billion by 2014-15. The Government's policy on under-occupation came into force in April 2013 and it is estimated that 40,000 tenants in Wales will be affected; representing 46% of working age housing benefit claimants living in the social rented sector. This is the highest proportion of any region in Great Britain. There could therefore be a shortage of one and two bedroom homes in Wales to re-house everyone who wants to downsize. If local authorities are struggling to find alternative smaller accommodation for Government should undertake a speedy review of this policy. It is also increasingly urgent for the Welsh Government to continue with its house-building programme, with a particular focus on the building of smaller sized properties: obviously this is a long-term solution that would require additional resources. If no social housing is available, tenants may need to move to the private rented sector and private rental costs would need to be monitored. The costs of moving disabled households who require adaptations are also a concern. There may be a case for exempting disabled households from the policy. The Government's proposal to pay housing benefit direct to social tenants under Universal Credit may result in some tenants being unable to manage their rent payments. The Committee recommends that the Government provide for housing benefit to be paid direct to the landlords in certain circumstances, for example after a specified period of non-payment
| Author | : Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. Welsh Affairs Committee |
| Publisher | : The Stationery Office |
| Total Pages | : 126 |
| Release | : 2009 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780215526373 |
Download Globalisation and Its Impact on Wales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This Welsh Affairs Committee report, "Globalisation and its impact on Wales" (HC 184-I, ISBN 9780215526373), examines the effects of global trade on a variety of economic sectors, including employment and skills, broadcasting, and food supply and production. The Committee found evidence of existing skills gaps in Wales, for example in specialist areas such as science, and recommends that to avoid dependence on low skilled, low paid jobs, the UK and Welsh Assembly Governments work with the higher education sector to raise the skills base. Universities are the drivers of the knowledge economy, which is key to success in the global marketplace. The Committee believes it is imperative that the UK and Welsh Assembly Governments fully integrate the commercial potential of higher education into their policies. Welsh companies can increase their value and stimulate the local economy by exploiting a strong local identity and values, and by making use of higher level and specialist skills to offer premium goods and services that cannot be sourced abroad, particularly in the farming and food production industries, where Wales is developing a global reputation for excellence. Also in the report, the Committee: welcomes the use of innovative methods of broadcasting used by S4C to engage with audiences outside Wales; recommends the commissioning of more programmes reflective of Welsh identity; supports initiatives helping Welsh companies to exploit their global potential in the creative industries.
