Q&A: National Broadband Plan explained as Varadkar ‘very confident’ roll-out on track

The Taoiseach is “very confident” that the roll-out of rural broadband will not be delayed despite SSE’s decision to pull out of the project.
Try from €1.50 / week
SUBSCRIBEBy Elaine Loughlin and Juno McEnroe
The Taoiseach is “very confident” that the roll-out of rural broadband will not be delayed despite SSE’s decision to pull out of the project.
Already a subscriber? Sign in
You have reached your article limit.
Annual €130 €65
Best value
Monthly €12€6 / month
Limited offer valid for new and returning customers. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12/month. Ts&Cs apply.
Newsletter
Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 - 11:00 PM
© Examiner Echo Group Limited