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Having brought together five businesses – Giganet, Jurassic Fibre, Swish Fibre, the original AllPoints Fibre, and Cuckoo – into a single group, APFN (a wholesale business) and Cuckoo (a retail business) now operate as self-standing companies, owned by Fern Fibre.

Now that that process is complete, some leadership changes are taking place.

• Ronan Kelly, previously APFN CTO, has been appointed APFN Managing Director.
• Nisreen El-Kaloush, previously Commercial Director, has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer, who will lead on developing long-term commercial frameworks.
• As leadership of the business at group level is no longer required with the consolidation and relaunch complete, Jarlath Finnegan, Group CEO, and Graham McGregor, Group CFO, are departing.

Ronan, along with Sarah Howells, MD of Cuckoo, will report to Fern Fibre’s new Executive Chair, Adam Dunlop, who joined the Fern Fibre Trading Limited Board in May 2025. Adam has held several leadership roles across various telecom enterprises, most recently serving as CEO of TalkTalk. He has also held leadership positions at iD Mobile, Dixons Carphone and Cable & Wireless.

The changes follow APFN’s successful launch of aquila, a transformative new wholesale fibre platform designed to give Communication Service Providers (CSPs) seamless, scalable access to full-fibre broadband across the UK, last month.

aquila currently integrates Openreach, BT Wholesale, CityFibre, and APFN’s own infrastructure into a single, easy-to-manage platform, unlocking connectivity to around 19 million premises — and counting. Since launching, APFN has already secured agreements with Daisy and Onecom, complementing existing relationships with companies such as Yappl and Meraki and further agreements will be announced over the coming weeks.

Commenting on the changes, Ronan Kelly said, “It’s an honour to take APFN into its next phase of trading now that the consolidation plan is complete. Since we launched aquila, we have had a fast start and we have huge interest from potential partners, and I am excited to connect more of them to the platform in the months ahead.”

“I want to express my warm thanks to Jarlath and Graham, who successfully transformed the five companies into the two we have now. They leave those companies in great shape as we continue to shake up the connectivity market.”

Commenting on his appointment, Adam Dunlop said: “I am coming into my role as Executive Chair at a very exciting time. I am already working with Ronan and Sarah so we can ensure that APFN and Cuckoo accelerate the great progress already made.”

“My sincere thanks to Jarlath and Graham. It is down to their hard work and dedication that both APFN and Cuckoo have got to where they are today. To build and successfully launch aquila in such a short time is a remarkable achievement whilst also bringing all our retail operations onto one platform with no legacy systems. On behalf of everyone at both companies, I want to send them our warm wishes for the future.”

Commenting on his departure, Jarlath Finnegan said, “My time with the organisation, first as a founding member at Giganet and then leading the APFN Group has been exciting, challenging, and above all, incredibly rewarding. With the original transformation plan now complete, this felt like the right moment to hand over. I’m proud that we built a market-leading wholesaler, successfully launched our aquila platform, and grew Cuckoo into a distinctive retail brand. That success is down to the brilliant teams across APFN and Cuckoo. Graham and I leave with confidence in their future and wish them every success in this next phase.

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Photo Caption: Garage 59 kicks off 2025 season with Riedel’s Bolero communications system, boosting clarity, reliability, and scalability in its trackside operations.

WUPPERTAL, Germany — June 17, 2025 — Riedel Communications has partnered with U.K.-based endurance GT team Garage 59 to deliver a fully integrated communications solution that is already playing a key role in the team’s phenomenal start to the 2025 racing season. Leveraging Riedel’s Bolero wireless intercom system in combination with the RiFace radio interface for seamless race control, Garage 59 has gained a new level of clarity, reliability, and scalability in its trackside operations, where it provides crucial support across the team’s GT World Challenge Europe and International GT Open campaigns.

Formed ahead of the new season, this partnership has helped the team to hit the ground running. Garage 59 is fielding three cars in 2025 and has already delivered a string of strong results across both race series, reaffirming the team’s status as a serious contender in the world of GT racing.

“This partnership with Garage 59 is an exciting step forward as we expand our motorsports presence in the U.K..,” said Nacho Lee, Programme Manager Global Events, Riedel Communications. “It’s also a powerful example of the close cooperation between Riedel’s Product and Managed Technology divisions. By working together, we’re delivering a fully integrated solution that meets the high demands of endurance racing.”

Originally introduced to Bolero through Riedel’s Product Division, Garage 59 transitioned to a more comprehensive system with Riedel’s Managed Technology Division (MT) providing radio infrastructure and dry hire services for major events such as the 24-hour races at Nürburgring and Spa. The team also benefits from MT-exclusive helmet kits and a custom-built Riedel rack integrating Bolero, StageLink, and RiFace units — boosting in-race coordination and overall efficiency.

“We needed a communications solution that matched the pace and precision of our team, and Riedel delivered on all fronts,” said Andrew Kirkaldy, Team Principal, Garage 59. “The clarity, reliability, and adaptability of the system have become a real competitive advantage for us this season.”

Riedel Communications will continue to support Garage 59 throughout the 2025 season, with plans for further initiatives to spotlight the team’s progress and the cutting-edge communications technologies enabling it. As part of the collaboration, Riedel branding is now featured on Garage 59’s McLaren race cars, reinforcing the visibility of this partnership on and off the track.

“Garage 59 is a premium team with a dynamic setup and strong ambitions,” added Lee. “We’re proud that our technology — and the dedication of our MT technicians — is helping them unlock their full potential on track, and we’re already looking forward to deepening our cooperation in the future.”

Further information about Riedel and the company’s products is available at www.riedel.net.

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Riedel Communications is a leading provider of live production tools in the worlds of media, sports, and entertainment. The company’s hard- and software solutions span from distributed video and audio networks over intercom and replay solutions to WAN and MPLS applications. Thanks to Riedel’s holistic approach, its two business units — Product Division and Networks Division — can leverage powerful synergies to provide flexible infrastructures, tools, and services for both fixed and temporary installations around the globe, enabling Riedel customers to run even the most complex projects on-site, remotely, or in the cloud. Riedel is locally headquartered in Santa Clarita, California, with its global headquarters in Wuppertal, Germany. Riedel employs over 1,000 people in 30 locations throughout Europe, Australia, Asia, and the Americas.

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VOX Solutions is pleased to announce its appointment as the exclusive gateway for international Application-to-Person (A2P) SMS and Voice traffic delivery into Claro Ecuador’s network, Ecuador’s leading mobile operator. This role results from a strategic interworking agreement between VOX Solutions and Claro, establishing a direct channel for the secure termination of international A2P SMS and Voice traffic into Claro’s network.

This exclusive partnership allows VOX Solutions and Claro Ecuador to collaborate closely in ensuring seamless, reliable delivery of critical A2P messages to Claro’s end-users and business clients. Through this arrangement, Claro Ecuador now has comprehensive control over the delivery of international A2P traffic to its network, supporting both enhanced communication and advanced protection against fraudulent activities.

Central to this partnership is the VOX-360 platform, a versatile and advanced solution uniquely designed to deliver market-leading anti-fraud, flash call authentication and A2P SMS monetization. The VOX-360 platform enables mobile operators like Claro Ecuador to identify and prevent fraudulent and spam traffic, securing a positive experience for end-users and optimizing network monetization efforts.

“We are honored to support Claro Ecuador through this collaboration, offering unmatched technology and operational expertise.” said Ehsan Ahmadi, CEO and Founder of VOX Solutions. “The VOX-360 platform stands out as the only solution capable of effectively managing Flash Calls alongside comprehensive anti-fraud measures for A2P Voice and SMS traffic. This feature ensures Claro Ecuador is shielded from messaging bypass and fraudulent voice or Flash Calls now and in the future.”

VOX Solutions has successfully deployed the VOX-360 platform across numerous major mobile operator networks globally and remains committed to supporting its partners with state-of-the-art technology, valuable insights, and specialized resources. This ongoing dedication reaffirms VOX Solutions’ commitment to driving innovation and safeguarding communications in the telecommunications sector.

About VOX Solutions:

VOX Solutions is a leading TelcoTech company dedicated to empowering Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), carriers, aggregators, and enterprises worldwide by providing innovative solutions to effectively monetize their assets . We provide cutting-edge solutions that enable our partners to unlock new revenue streams by maximizing the value of their existing assets. Leveraging advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Advertising Technology (AdTech), advanced analytics, and seamless authentication, we help transform telecommunications businesses into high-performing, revenue-generating ecosystems.

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Rome, 16 June 2025 – The 2025 Spring General Assembly of the FTTH Council Europe brought
together industry leaders and stakeholders from its pan-European membership to set strategic
priorities and renew the organisation’s leadership. The General Assembly resulted in the
composition of a new Board of Directors, including a new President, and the election of new
Committee Chairs. The full list can be found at the end of this release.

The newly elected Board of Directors appointed Francesco Nonno, Director of Regulatory and
European Affairs at Open Fiber S.p.A., as new President. The Board also nominated the Treasurer
of the association, and introduced two new additional roles in a move to further strengthen the
FTTH Council Europe’s capacity to lead and deliver on its mission: the Vice-President Strategy
and the Vice-President Membership. These roles will help sharpen the Council’s strategic focus
and expand member engagement as the fibre ecosystem continues to evolve.

The new Board of Directors will work to ensure the European Union has an optimal regulatory
environment, fostering the digital transformation of all European economies, with a particular
focus on the decommission of legacy copper networks in support of the adoption of fibre.

A core pillar of the Council’s success will also lie in the strength of its eight highly active
Committees, which continuously generate high-impact initiatives and expertise in support of fibre
deployment, adoption, and sustainability. These Committees, which will be led by new Chairs
elected in the context of the General Assembly, are instrumental in advancing the industry’s
Environmental, Social, and Governance objectives and enabling meaningful collaboration across
the sector.

In recognition of outstanding commitment to these collaborative efforts, the event also saw the
presentation of the Member Engagement Individual Award, which was awarded to Christof
Sommerberg, Head of Public Affairs at Deutsche Glasfaser. Sommerberg was acknowledged for
his consistent involvement and impactful support across various activities of the FTTH Council
Europe, exemplifying the spirit of active membership and collaborative leadership that defines
the organisation.

“The context in which we operate is more complex and challenging than ever, making the FTTH
Council Europe even more relevant”, Nonno said in his first remarks. “Our new leadership team
mirrors the diversity of our membership and highlights the strategic importance we place on
evolving our mission and scope. As an industry association, we are focused on creating value for
our diverse membership base and continuing to strengthen our advocacy towards policymakers”.

The FTTH Council Europe looks forward to this new chapter under the guidance of its renewed
leadership team and the continued engagement of its members.

New Board of Directors composition:

• Francesco Nonno, Head of Regulatory & European Affairs at Open Fiber S.p.A. – President
• Hans Lötzer, Head of Project Finance at Hamburg Commercial Bank – Treasurer
• Stefano Fogli, Director Technology and Solutions at Adtran – Vice-President Strategy
• Andreas Waber, CEO at Swiss Fibre Net AG – Vice-President Membership
• Suzanne Tracy, CTO at SIRO
• Christian Priess, Head of Europe, Middle East and Africa at Hexatronic Group AB
• Roshene McCool, Global Director, OFC Market & Technology Development at Corning
  Optical Fibre and Cable
• Carl Pertry, Director of Business Development Fixed Networks at Nokia
• Xavier Renard, Marketing Director at ACOME

Full list of new Committee Chairs:

• Market Intelligence – Domenico Dichiarante, Head of Residential Marketing and Business
  Development Top Clients at Open Fiber S. p. A.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Barbara Tonarelli, Principal Sales Engineer at ADTRAN
  In-Home Broadband Excellence – Trond Hovind, Director Business Development at
  Genexis
• Deployment & Operations – Patrick Faraj, Global Product Manager – Centralized Fiber
  Test Systems at VIAVI Solutions
• Sustainability – Jeroen Kanselaar, Manager Corporate Social Responsability at Eurofiber
• Investors – Steffen Leiwesmeier, Head of Strategic Treasury at Deutsche GigaNetz GmbH
• Policy & Regulation – Arturs Alksnis, Public Affairs Director at FTTH Council Europe
• Open Access – Niall Halpenny, Director of Telecoms at Sonalake

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The ITS Technology Group, which has built various open access full fibre broadband and Ethernet networks across parts of the UK, has today announced that they’ve secured a £3.5 million dark fibre network build contract for Carmarthenshire (Southwest Wales) as part of the Swansea Bay City Deal’s Digital Infrastructure Programme.

The new contract will see ITS deploying their Dark Fibre network to connect public sector sites across Carmarthenshire, which will be their first such project in South Wales. The public investment will serve 41 dark fibre connections across 34 strategic public sector sites in Carmarthenshire, connecting education, health and local authorities.

The project includes key partners Carmarthenshire County Council, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Hywel Dda University Health Board, and Coleg Sir Gar. The new network will also connect data centres to help store, move, and share large quantities of data securely at ultra-high speed.

In addition to securing the contract award, ITS will invest in a new wholesale full fibre network that mirrors the dark fibre route and extends beyond it to pass more than 2,800 businesses. This part of the project reflects private investment that will enable access to gigabit-capable services.

Daren Baythorpe, CEO of ITS, said:

“We are thrilled to have been successful in this tender process which will see us play a pivotal role in transforming the area’s digital landscape. As our first public sector contract in South Wales, this is a fantastic milestone for us and one that will provide the foundation for a connected future for the region, driving innovation and prosperity for the entire community.

ITS has a strong track record of working with the public sector to deliver connectivity solutions that benefit local businesses and communities, putting social value at the heart of each project. This type of innovation aligns perfectly with the Digital Infrastructure Programme’s objectives, providing a platform for economic growth and bridging the digital divide.”

Cllr Hazel Evans, Carmarthenshire County Council, said:

“Not only will this enhance the quality and reliability of services for communities across the county, but it will also act as a catalyst for further investment into digital infrastructure. This investment will foster innovation and economic growth, helping to ensure that Carmarthenshire is able to benefit from technological advancements.”

The full fibre network that ITS operates currently uses 10Gbps capable XGS-PON technology, although they have conducted tests of next generation 50G PON (here) – reaching speeds of 41.8Gbps downstream and 19.2Gbps upstream. The first commercial services over that new technology could be launched during early 2026 (here), although it’s unclear if this will be used for the above project or even how long the Carmarthenshire build will take to complete.

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Broadband, phone and mobile operator Manx Telecom (MT), which is the primary network operator serving premises across the remote Isle of Man, could be sold to CVC Capital Partners “within a matter of weeks” as part of a proposed £500m takeover offer that is currently said to be the focus of ongoing talks.

According to a report on Sky News, CVC is being lined up to help finance the takeover by JT Group, which also owns Jersey Telecom that originated on the English Channel island of the same name (JT is owned by Jersey’s government). Manx Telecom itself is currently owned by Basalt Infrastructure Partners (BIP), which is also an investor in alternative UK network provider FullFibre Limited.

Manx Telecom itself is currently in the process of completing a major £60m roll-out of Fibre-to-the-Premises (FTTP) based gigabit broadband lines to over 41,000 premises across the Isle of Man by the end of 2025 (here), which has been partly funded by the Isle of Man Government.

At this stage not much is known about the details of the proposed deal and some may also question whether the operator is even worth £500m, although back in 2019 they were valued at approximately £255.9m during the deal with Basalt. Smaller island networks often enjoy more control over their local markets and do tend to attract greater values than those operating in larger and more competitive markets, such as the UK.

All of those involved in the talks have thus far declined to comment.

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Space-based internet provider Starlink (SpaceX) last night announced that new domestic customers looking to join their ultrafast home broadband service in the UK could now sign-up and get the hardware for free (terminal/dish and router etc.), instead of paying the usual £299 (one-off).

At present Starlink has around 7,800 satellites in Low Earth Orbit (c.4,100 are v2 Mini / GEN 2A) – mostly at altitudes of c.500-600km – and they’ll add thousands more by the end of 2027. Residential customers in the UK usually pay from £75 a month, plus £299 for hardware on the ‘Standard’ unlimited data plan (the kit price does vary, due to different offers), which promises UK latency times of 28-36ms, downloads of 103-258Mbps and uploads of 15-26Mbps. But cheaper and more restrictive options also exists for roaming users.

Starlink had previously been offering its hardware for free (instead of £299) in only a few very limited UK locations, but the new promotion seems to extend that across much more of the country. The company’s email does, however, continue to state that this promotion is “available in select UK areas only“, but we’ve yet to identify which locations may be unable to benefit.

The only catch is that this offer can currently only be taken alongside a 12-month minimum contract term.

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SIM-only mobile provider Spusu, which holds a virtual operator (MVNO) agreement via BT Wholesale to harness EE’s national 4G and 5G network, has celebrated their second year of operation in the United Kingdom by gifting 5GB (GigaBytes) of free data (mobile broadband) to “all its customers” for the remainder of June (except those with unlimited data, obviously).

Customers can expect to receive an automated text message with instructions on how to claim their 5GB of complimentary data as part of the anniversary celebration. ISPreview understands that they will then need to reply to the text message from spusu by the end of 22nd June 2025.

Christian Banhans, spusu’s UK Managing Director, said: “Since launching in the UK in 2023, we’ve grown our customer base and stayed true to our values of offering transparent, affordable mobile plans with first-class support. This 5GB giveaway is our way of saying thank you to the customers who’ve joined us on this journey. Looking ahead at the next two years, we’ll continue offering more value and benefits to our customers, ensuring they always feel supported and connected.”

But the offer would have had more impact if they’d introduced it during the start of this month, rather than toward the end. On the other hand, 5GB doesn’t go very far these days, so there’s plenty of time to gobble it up.

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The Independent Networks Co-operative Association (INCA), which represents many of the United Kingdom’s alternative network operators, has today set out its formal response to Ofcom’s current Telecoms Access Review 2026 (TAR) and warned that the proposals risk harming altnets in the business market, while also handing Openreach too much power.

The 2026 TAR is a wide-ranging market study, which is typically only conducted every 5-years and is looking to make changes that “promote competition and investment” in gigabit broadband and business connectivity. But such things are always easier said than done, with vested interests frequently clashing.

So far, we’ve already seen various alternative network (altnet) providers (here, here and here) and even Openreach (here) setting out what changes they think Ofcom’s TAR should make. Today it was INCA’s turn to inject their thoughts into that debate, on behalf of a much wider group of altnets.

In its formal response to the consultation, INCA has urged Ofcom to adopt a “forward-looking regulatory framework that unlocks long-term private investment“, recognise the “crucial role Altnets are playing” in driving full-fibre (FTTP) rollout in rural and hard-to-reach communities, and to ensure that future regulation “does not further entrench the market power of the incumbent” (Openreach).

In particular, INCA has warned that designating Openreach as the default provider in areas where network competition is presumed to be unviable would be “unjustified and short-sighted“. INCA has also claimed that Ofcom has “erred in its data collection” resulting in proposals which will “harm Altnets in the business market“.

INCA’s Recommendations for Ofcom

➤ Ensuring investment incentives are aligned across all markets served by the same physical networks.

➤ Regulating consistently across residential and business markets to ensure a level playing field for Altnets in competition with BT.

➤ Require BT to transparently co-develop improvements to Physical Infrastructure Access with customers.

➤ Ensuring that PIA asset valuations are truly representative and ‘fair share’ rules are applied to Openreach as well as other users of PIA assets.

➤ Support emerging Altnets through robust wholesale pricing safeguards.

➤ Manage the copper-to-fibre transition in a way which supports – not undermines – Altnet network deployments.

The talk around ensuring fair pricing on access to Openreach’s existing cable ducts and poles is a common request among altnets. The prices are ultimately set by Ofcom, not Openreach, and they’re supposed to be purposely set at a level which supports entry into the market by such altnets. But at the same time, Ofcom also needs to ensure that Openreach can get a fair return on the investment they make into building and maintaining the related infrastructure.

Similarly, Ofcom does have to recognise the shrinking size of non-competitive areas (defined as Area 3 – mostly rural locations – below), which back in 2021 accounted for 30% of the UK and this time around has been reduced to a proposed level of just 10%. This reflects the positive progress being made in fibre network expansion and also means that Openreach will benefit from softer regulation across more of the UK.

On the flip side, rural broadband operator Gigaclear recently warned Ofcom that Area 3 is now “far too small” (here) and highlighted how “just because an altnet has built it, doesn’t immediately make it commercially viable for two operators“. Nevertheless, Ofcom’s final proposal has opted to retain the 10% size for Area 3, which Gigaclear and others fear will have a negative “impact on future investment“.

Paddy Paddison, Chief Executive of INCA, said:

“The TAR will set the direction of travel for UK digital infrastructure. Altnets have proven they can deliver gigabit networks at scale and what is now needed is a regulatory environment which supports sustainable competition and investment in every part of the market, from urban businesses to rural homes.

There is no justification for limiting delivery in less competitive areas to a single provider. Such a decision massively underestimates the scale and success of full fibre network deployment by Altnets, whose coverage has increased by 27% year-on-year to reach 16.4m premises by the end of 2024, delivering connectivity to a third of UK premises in harder to reach rural areas, and is at odds with government policy where Project Gigabit has provided public funding to Altnets to build networks in precisely those locations.

We urge Ofcom to adopt bold, evidence-based measures that support a vibrant, innovative and fair telecoms market which will benefit UK consumers and investors.”

The reality here is that most of the big changes occurred in Ofcom’s previous 2021 market review, which was intended to set a strategy for the next decade (until 2031). In that sense, the regulator’s 2026 review is not currently looking to make many truly major or radical changes, and instead represents more of a tweaking of the existing approach.

However, balancing so many different vested interests is no mean feat, and we’ll have to wait a few more months before the regulator sets out their final position. This will inevitably always result in some winners and losers. Altnets, which are currently under significant strain (rising build costs, competition, high interest rates etc.) – causing many to slow or even pause their builds (as well as cut jobs), are naturally hoping for something more favourable.

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The Government (DSIT) has this morning announced that they’ve appointed Lesley Cowley OBE to be the new Chair of their broadband and mobile centric Building Digital UK (BDUK) agency. The development comes after former Chair, Simon Blagden, resigned from his position back in July 2024 (here) and was replaced by Hazel Hobbs (Interim Chair).

The announcement follows shortly after the publication of the government’s latest 2025 Spending Review, which among other things revealed that £1.9bn of funding had been committed to fixed broadband and mobile projects (from existing budgets) over the next few years. But it also confirmed a delay to the gigabit broadband roll-out target from 2030 to 2032.

The new BDUK Chair, as appointed today by the Technology Secretary (Peter Kyle), will thus need to oversee the delivery side of the Government’s ambitions for digital infrastructure – many of which were inherited from the previous government and remain largely unchanged.

Lesley’s previous executive career culminated in her role as CEO of UK internet domain registry Nominet, where for over a decade she led various changes. She was later appointed OBE in recognition of her services to the internet and digital economy.

In her subsequent career, Lesley was the first Chair of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), Chair of Companies House and Lead Non-Executive Director and then first ever Chair of The National Archives. Her current roles include Chair of ACL Ltd and a Non-Executive Director of Public Digital Ltd., both private companies. She was the Institute of Directors UK NED of the Year Winner, 2019.

Chair of BDUK, Lesley Cowley OBE, said:

“It is a privilege to join Building Digital UK at such a pivotal moment in its journey. The challenge of ensuring every corner of the UK benefits from fast, reliable digital infrastructure is one I am deeply passionate about.

BDUK is a critical enabler of the Prime Minister’s Plan for Change, helping to grow the economy while ensuring communities are not left behind in the digital age. Working alongside the talented team at BDUK, we will continue to deliver on our mission of creating a more connected, inclusive, and digitally empowered nation.”

Technology Secretary, Peter Kyle, said:

“Lesley’s commitment to making a positive difference to public facing services, together with her track record in leading digital transformation and delivering innovative solutions, make her an outstanding choice for Chair of Building Digital UK.

She will be instrumental in helping us deliver on our growth mission, by continuing to drive forward our ambitious plans for better connectivity across the every part of UK, making communities and businesses better off.”

Lesley will take up the post on 1st July 2025, taking over from Hazel Hobbs who has served as interim Chair since August 2024.