- £26m contract awarded to GoFibre to deliver gigabit broadband.
- 11,000 homes across East Lothian and Scottish Borders will benefit.
What happened: Project Gigabit brings high-speed internet to rural Scotland with £26m investment
Project Gigabit has announced a new broadband rollout to connect 11,000 homes across the Scottish Borders and East Lothian. This is the first Project Gigabit contract in Scotland, marking a significant step in improving digital infrastructure in the region. The contract, valued at £26m, was awarded to GoFibre, a Scottish broadband provider.
The homes that will benefit from this project include those in Athelstaneford, Innerwick, St Abbs, Broughton, and Ettrickbridge. These areas are set to receive some of the fastest broadband available on the market, with speeds that will support both personal and business use. The initiative is part of the UK Government’s broader plan to enhance broadband coverage, ensuring that even remote communities have access to reliable and high-speed internet.
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Why it’s important
Project Gigabit’s expansion into Scotland represents a critical step in improving broadband access across the nation. It will provide faster, more reliable internet connections to homes and businesses, helping to bridge the digital divide. The programme ensures that even rural and underserved areas of Scotland are included in this essential digital transformation.
The £26m investment in East Lothian and the Scottish Borders will not only support everyday tasks but will also boost economic growth by improving access to digital education and remote work opportunities. As a part of the UK Government’s wider efforts to boost digital infrastructure, this project aims to provide more resilient connections for future-proofing Scotland’s economy.
