Three West Cork islands among those to be surveyed for pure fibre broadband

The so-called 'Rolls Royce' of high-speed connectivity offered by NBI has been estimated at costing €6,000 per household, based on a total cost of over €3 billion for the 25-year contract

The pier at Rerrin, Lawrence Cove on Bere Island where the population has grown to 218 people from 167. Picture Dan Linehan

Irish offshore islands which once had to campaign for State electrification have been prioritised for pure fibre links under the national broadband plan.

Three West Cork islands are due to be surveyed, while 10 other islands have already been prepared for high-speed connectivity by National Broadband Ireland (NBI).