Project Gigabit network build contract

Building Digital UK (BDUK) has awarded broadband provider Cityfibre a Project Gigabit contract to provide around 38,000 premises across Leicestershire and Warwickshire with access to gigabit-capable broadband. The contract was signed in January 2024. BDUK, Leicestershire County Council and Warwickshire County Council will work collaboratively with the supplier on ensuring that network build commences as quickly as possible, once the supplier has completed their detailed plans for this build. This contract is part of a wider strategy for Project Gigabit, with other local and regional procurements to build gigabit-capable infrastructure planned and underway across the UK.