Consultations and statements

In this document we set out our provisional view on the possible future use of the unpaired 2100 MHz spectrum.

Ofcom has consulted on updates to our Site Engineering Code for Analogue Radio Broadcast Transmission Systems.

We are proposing to apply the electronic communications code to Frogfoot Networks Limited and invite comments before reaching a final decision.

Ofcom has proposed to renew the co-regulatory arrangements for the regulation of broadcast advertising, on demand programme service (“ODPS”) advertising, and video-sharing platform (“VSP”) advertising for a period of ten years.

This consultation provides notice of, and invites stakeholders’ views on, Ofcom’s proposals to make regulations for the award by auction of radio spectrum licences in the 26 GHz and 40 GHz bands.

We have set out the design of the auction for awarding citywide licences for the mmWave spectrum and invite evidence on whether to include a negotiation period in the assignment stage.

Our proposals for how internet services should approach their new duties relating to content that is harmful to children.

Ofcom is today seeking views following a request from the BBC to reduce the number of hours of news content that are required to be broadcast in peak time on the BBC Scotland channel.

We are proposing to apply the electronic communications code to UK Fibre Networks (York) Ltd and invite comments before reaching a final decision.

Ofcom’s mission is to make communications work for everyone. Since its inception in 2003, researching and promoting media literacy has been an integral part of this mission. In 2019, we reinvigorated our approach creating the Making Sense of Media programme, with an increased focus on online media. In December 2021, we published our Approach to Media Literacy.

Ofcom's initial assessment of SpaceX's request to vary four of its NGSO gateway licences to increase the number of antennas, and our proposal to grant the variation on the basis of this assessment

This final direction confirms Ofcom’s proposal to apply the electronic communications code (“the Code”) to Sunningdale Solutions Limited.

Ofcom has received a request from the BBC for consent to broadcast exclusive live coverage of the Rugby League Challenge Cup Final in 2024, 2025 and 2026 (“the Finals”). The 2024 Final is due to take place on Saturday 8 June 2024.

We are seeking evidence to inform the codes of practice and guidance that Ofcom produces to implement the third phase of online safety regulation.

Statement and consultation on improving spectrum access for satellite gateways and enabling other uses.

Call for input on making additional spectrum available for satellite gateway use in Q/V and E bands.

This consultation sets out Ofcom’s proposal to grant a NGSO network licence to Kepler for their constellation. We invite comments on our proposal by 29 April 2024

This consultation seeks views on a proposal to streamline and simplify the Key Commitments for analogue community radio stations.

Ofcom is considering a Key Commitments change request for B Radio (Farnborough).

This consultation sets out changes that Ofcom is proposing to make to the conditions included in Digital Television Additional Service (‘DTAS’) licences.

We are proposing to apply the electronic communications code to Artemis Fibre Limited and invite comments before reaching a final decision.

Consultation on regulations to update the fees for Wireless Telegraphy Act licences.

We are proposing to apply the electronic communications code to Gigability Limited and invite comments before reaching a final decision.

We are proposing to apply the electronic communications code to AMG Utility Solutions Ltd and invite comments before reaching a final decision.

We are proposing to update our Calling Line Identification guidance to confirm that providers are expected to identify and block scam calls.

Ofcom has received an application from NSLComm Ltd for a non-geostationary satellite earth station network licence.

This call for input sets out evidence that suggests the universal service needs to change to better align with the needs of consumers and to ensure it can continue to be affordable and sustainable in the future. We are seeking input from all interested parties on our assessment, so there can be an informed public debate on how the specification should be modernised for the future.