According to a statement, this will “bring next-generation broadband speeds to homes and businesses that might otherwise have missed out.” Project Gigabit is a government-funded programme, intended to connect hard-to-reach communities.
The statement continued: “The connections mark an important milestone for CityFibre, which is rolling out its 10Gbps-capable full fibre networks to over 1.3 million subsidised and commercial premises in hard-to-reach homes through the Project Gigabit programme.”
Discussing the Project Gigabit, minister Sir Chris Bryant said: “This government is committed to kickstarting economic growth and improving the lives of working people. Delivering reliable connectivity is a critical part of that mission.
“By investing in broadband upgrades, we’re improving internet speeds in rural communities like Norfolk, helping people stay connected to their loved ones and opening up new opportunities for businesses.”
Cllr Jane James, cabinet member for Corporate Services and Innovation at Norfolk County Council, said: “It’s great to see the first customers connected via the Project Gigabit roll-out in Norfolk. Access to extremely fast and reliable full fibre is incredibly important to our residents and businesses and will transform the way people live and work in these rural communities.”
