UK moving towards "internet slow lane"

Dave Bailey
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Independent watchdog Consumer Focus says Digital Britain plan is overly concerned with the needs of industry

Carter's Digital Britain proposals not radical enough says Consumer Focus The UK is in danger of being left in the internet slow lane, according to independent watchdog Consumer Focus. Commen...

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