Minister promises broadband access for all

Communications Minister Alex White has pledged that everyone would soon have access to high-speed broadband, no matter where they live.

He acknowledged that people living in rural areas had a grievance because they felt left behind as technology advanced, but gave an assurance they would get increased broadband speeds.

Speaking in Caherciveen, Co Kerry, he gave a “very clear statement’’ of personal commitment, and that of the Government, to make the necessary service available to all citizens, irrespective of location.