Minister seeks views on subsea cables as demand for internet connectivity soars

Minister of state Ossian Smyth has launched a public consultation on international connectivity for telecommunications that will inform Government strategy.

Irish demand for internet connectivity through subsea cables jumped by 44% in the last five years, and it is projected to “grow considerably” over the next decade, Government estimates show.

The Government said this requires investment in more subsea cables, with delivery of cables taking up to five years.