From the monthly archives:

November 2011

Government announces more funding for broadband

by Kevin 30/11/2011 in Bristol

In his autumn statement the Chancellor George Osbourne has announced funding to create a hub of super-fast cities with broadband speeds of between 80 to 100Mbps and city-wide high-speed mobile connectivity.
£100million has already been set aside to enhance connectivity in London, Belfast, Edinburgh and Cardiff, with up to 6 more cities to be chosen by [...]

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Are you at risk of becoming an Accidental Outlaw?

by Marius 20/11/2011 in Connectivity

Nominet have launched a new ‘Accidental Outlaw’ campaign which highlights that we are all in danger of becoming ‘accidental outlaws’ by not fully understanding how the law affects us online.
They have launched a free online test which lets consumers test their understanding of how the laws apply online and check out how to stay out [...]

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Digital Inclusion Programme rolling out in Bristol

by Marius 08/11/2011 in Bristol

A new three-year initiative in Bristol will help local people access the internet, learn new skills and find out more about computers and technology. The project, called Get IT Together, is focused on helping older people and individuals with disabilities gain basic IT skills. Sessions are tailored towards the learners’ own personal interests and are [...]

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Free places available at NextGen event workshop, 16 November

by Kevin 03/11/2011 in Bristol

15 free places are available at a special workshop at the NextGen conference that will explore the role Next Generation broadband will play in driving economic growth, business success and regeneration in the Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone.
The workshop is being held on 16 November, between 10am and 1pm. It will feature presentations by key [...]

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Superfast Broadband is coming to Bristol

by Kevin 02/11/2011 in Bristol

Next generation broadband is going to unlock a range of new opportunities as it rolls out across the UK. The first superfast exchages are already appearing in the City and will be quickly followed by more in the months to come.
According to Openreach, the body responsible for the UK’s local access network infrastructure,  these upgrades [...]

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Pop Up Bristol coming to Cabots Circus, 9 Nov-24 Dec

by Kevin 02/11/2011 in Bristol

Bristol is undoubtedly a creative city, and in the 6 week run up to Christmas five Bristol-based creative groups will be showcasing original paintings, illustrations, crafts and gifts from over a hundred artists.
Made in Bristol has acquired three, previously empty, shop units within Cabot Circus shopping centre to operate as ‘pop up shops‘ to promote [...]

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