Broadband still ‘pie in the sky’ for many rural dwellers

Broadband remains “pie in the sky” for many people in rural Ireland with less than 60% enjoying a high-speed service.

Significant differences in broadband availability between urban and rural areas were highlighted in a survey by the Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg).

Almost three quarters (73%) of people living in built-up areas have fixed broadband, compared to 58% of rural residents.