UK regulator proposes taking back some 900 MHz spectrum from Vodafone and O2

Ofcom seeks to implement European decision on 2G re-farming by offering three blocks of 900MHz spectrum for auction in 2010

Like other EU members the UK will shortly be required to implement the Radio Spectrum Committee's decision on opening up the 900MHz and 1800MHz bands to use by 3G services. Ofcom has considered various options for doing this and concluded that reclaiming some of the spectrum originally given to Vodafone and O2 (then Cellnet) back in 1985 will do the most to benefit consumers, promote competition, ensure the most efficient use of the airwaves.

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