By BT
This is a campaign to bring faster broadband to USO-eligible addresses in Loddiswell. If enough people pledge, BT will upgrade the network so eligible premises can get faster broadband.
Sorry this project was unsuccessful, we did not reach our fundraising goal.
BT has created this page, at the request of local residents, so you can crowdfund the sum necessary to bring faster broadband to USO-eligible addresses in your network cluster.
We’re doing this as part of the Universal Service Obligation (USO), a piece of government legislation that gives eligible UK addresses the right to request a ‘decent’ broadband connection – i.e. one capable of download speeds above 10Mbps and upload speeds of above 1Mbps.
BT’s contribution, defined by Government and Ofcom, is £3,400 per premises for 70% of eligible premises in the network build area. Therefore, for each eligible premises above 70% that calls us to register their interest, BT will contribute another £3,400, lowering the excess cost to pay. If you haven’t already registered your interest please call 0800 783 0223.
In your area, the upgrade cost is too high for us to meet alone. If your community can come together to pay the excess cost by pledging towards the target, the upgrade will go ahead.
What we'll deliver:
Why it's a great idea:
We all know how important it is for homes and businesses to have a decent internet connection. It can open doors to things that really matter to a community - education, employment, entertainment and contact with friends and family.
BT has partnered with Spacehive to make it easier for USO-eligible communities to share the cost of network upgrades. BT will cover the platform and transaction fees too, so 100% of your pledge will go towards the cost of the upgrade
If the target is met by the deadline, BT will upgrade the network allowing you to subscribe to a broadband package of your choosing. We’ll only collect payment if the target is reached.
Anyone can contribute towards target, but only premises in the network cluster itself will benefit directly from the network upgrade. You should have received a letter from us confirming your address is eligible – but if you’re unsure and want to check before you pledge, call us on 0800 783 0223.
To learn more, visit www.bt.com/USO
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Thanks for participating. If you haven’t done so already, please do call BT’s USO helpdesk - free phone 0800 783 0223 - to register your interest in this scheme, as doing so can lower the excess cost to pay. BT's contribution, defined by the Government and Ofcom, is £3400 per premise for up to 70% of eligible premises in the network build area. Therefore, for each eligible premise above 70% that calls and registers interest, BT will contribute an additional £3400, lowering the excess cost to pay
How will the money be spent?Target (inc. fees) £16,232
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Target (inc. fees) £16,232
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