Cork South Central Fine Gael TD Jerry Buttimer has welcomed Eircom’s announcement that Douglas will be included in Phase 1 of its fibre roll-out plan. Deputy Buttimer said that the improved broadband infrastructure will facilitate the development of businesses in the area.
Deputy Buttimer said “the announcement by Eircom is a welcomed boost for Douglas; it is one of ten areas across the country selected for phase 1 of the fibre roll-out plan. This will deliver faster broadband speeds for homes and businesses in Douglas.
“Eircom is investing €100 million in phase 1 of its fibre rollout plan which aims to reach one million premises over the next four years. The plan will deliver fibre to the cabinet technology which will deliver increased broadband speeds of 40Mbps and beyond, in some places fibre to the home technology will ensure even faster access.
“The rollout of high speed broadband services will facilitate the development of businesses. With Douglas benefiting from being one of the first areas with such high speed access it should encourage the expansion of existing businesses and development and relocation of new enterprises.”