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Finally! Bidding starts in UK 4G auction
ByRob Bratby 24 January 2013

After many twists and turns (see here for background), the UK auction of spectrum in the 800 MHz and 2.6 GHz bands started yesterday. Ofcom announced that the bidders are: Everything Everywhere Limited HKT (UK) Company Limited (a subsidiary of PCCW Limited) Hutchison 3G UK Limited MLL Telecom Ltd Niche Spectrum Ventures Limited (a subsidiary of BT…

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UK 4G auction reserve prices proposed, process continues (slowly)
ByRob Bratby 26 July 2012

Regular blog readers will be familiar with the long-running saga of the UK 4G auctions. (If you are looking for a speed read, these Ofcom media briefing slides give a rose-tinted view of the current status). On Tuesday this week Ofcom published a statement setting out its decisions on various outstanding issues and a draft Information Memorandum for bidders. Decisions Promoting…

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