The UK Government has renewed its regulatory steer to Ofcom, prioritizing 5G evolution, infrastructure competition, and resilience. This briefing note breaks down the five key priorities and what they mean practically for Local Authorities and Network Operators.

The UK’s Industrial Strategy focuses on AI, semiconductors, telecoms, cloud, and data infrastructure to drive national competitiveness. Fibre, 5G, and data centres are key to economic security and industrial leadership. Local Authorities can align regional strategies with national priorities, while Investors and Operators are encouraged to scale investments. Intelligens Consulting helps with digital strategy alignment, infrastructure planning, and securing funding.