Telecoms regulator Ofcom has unveiled plans to sell a chunk of radio spectrum for new broadband and mobile services.
The sale, which could be completed by the end of 2007, will see 215 megahertz (MHz) of frequency sold - the largest single sale of radio spectrum to date.
Ofcom said the spectrum could be put to a range of uses, such as in high-speed broadband and mobile TV services.
It said the move, which is expected to raise large sums, would fuel innovation and competition in wireless products.
'New opportunities'
Vodafone and BT are seen by analysts as among many potential bidders for the licences.
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The sale, which could be completed by the end of 2007, will see 215 megahertz (MHz) of frequency sold - the largest single sale of radio spectrum to date.
Ofcom said the spectrum could be put to a range of uses, such as in high-speed broadband and mobile TV services.
It said the move, which is expected to raise large sums, would fuel innovation and competition in wireless products.
'New opportunities'
Vodafone and BT are seen by analysts as among many potential bidders for the licences.
READ MORE:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/6168913.stm
