5G Innovation Regions in the UK
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The UK government is investing £36 million in 10 regions, creating 5G Innovation Regions (5GIRs) from Glasgow to the West Midlands. This funding will accelerate 5G-enabled innovation in sectors like public services and sustainable farming.
Key Points:
Funding Allocation: £36 million will be distributed among regions, with each receiving £3 million to £3.8 million.
Project Objectives: The investment aims to drive 5G and advanced wireless technology adoption, focusing on specific projects like health and social care monitoring, smart energy grids, and 5G Science Parks.
Advisory Group: A new Digital Infrastructure Advisory Group will support regions in adopting 5G and advanced wireless technologies.
Benefits and Vision: The government seeks to stimulate 5G demand in various sectors, projecting productivity benefits of £159 billion by 2035.
Regional Projects: Each region has outlined specific projects, such as Glasgow's focus on health and social care and Greater Manchester's 5G-enabled heat pumps for smart energy grids.
UKTIN Collaboration: The UK Telecoms Innovation Network (UKTIN) will collaborate with 5G Innovation Regions to drive nationwide adoption of 5G technologies.
Connectivity Impact: Improved connectivity through 5G is expected to transform local areas, enhancing economies and providing secure, faster, and reliable connectivity.
More information here: Public services, transport and creative industries sectors set for £36 million 5G connectivity boost
