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The media had already been buzzing with reports of spectrum allocation by Ofcom. The formal announcement has now finally come from the regulator that it is going to clear the 800 MHz band of broadcast spectrum for mobile broadband.

The switchover to digital TV is freeing up airwaves, and the spectrum will be released in line with this innovation, which is being referred to as the ‘digital dividend’. This spectrum allocation will bring the UK in the league of other European nations that have made similar allocations earlier.

The government had toyed with the idea of releasing smaller sections of the spectrum way back in 2003. But now Ofcom, considering mobile broadband to be the technology of the next generation, has opened up the entire 800 MHz range. Nations like Sweden, Switzerland, Finland, Germany, Spain, France, and Denmark have already made this move, and now Britain is going the same way. To learn more, try a dedicated website site to compare mobile broadband for some really good information and advice to keep you informed and up-to-date.

The consumers will get to enjoy the many benefits of this decision, which includes lowering of cost of equipment, broadening of the mobile broadband network, and better services through advancement in technology. A profitable return of reportedly £2.5 to £3 billion will be made by mobile broadband service providers in bringing these benefits to the consumers. Auctioning of the spectrum will begin after its official clearance by the government.