SOUTH-WEST based broadband provider, Truespeed will bring ultrafast, reliable broadband to more homes in North Somerset by the summer. 

The engineering work have started now in February, more than 6,000 properties across Uphill, Bleadon and Banwell will soon be able to access ultrafast full-fibre broadband, as part of a £4 million investment by the local provider.  

The need for this has arisen due to people adapting to hybrid working system, working from home, streaming content and turning to online entertainment.

James Lowther, Truespeed CEO commented: “We are so proud of how far we’ve come in the last few years to help level the digital playing field in the South West, and we’re delighted to now be in a position to further our investment in North Somerset and connect more homeowners to the reliable, ultrafast broadband service they deserve."

A spokesperson said :“The need for broadband isn’t just about using your home computer anymore, connection is intrinsic to the smooth running of our day-to-day lives from a remotely operated thermostat, security camera, or smart meter to a TV, mobile phones, tablets, and games consoles.” 

Over the coming weeks and months, Truespeed will be working closely with the local council and the community to keep residents updated with any potential roadworks and disruption caused as engineering teams connect streets to the full fibre services.  

The provider is committed to supporting the areas it serves from connecting local schools, and community hubs for free to sponsoring local community clubs and groups.  

James, added: “While there will be some initial disruption as we connect individual streets, we are committed to being part of the local community and achieving much greater long-term benefits for the area.

"To date we have connected over 150 schools and community centres across the South West, and supported many more clubs, societies, and charities - we are now actively looking for opportunities to support organisations in North Somerset to demonstrate our commitment.” 

Truespeed offers broadband packages starting from 150 Mbps, and guarantees speeds as fast as 900 Mbps.

Truespeed has now passed over 60,000 homes across the South West region all of which are ready for connection, a total investment of £134 million.

Local residents and businesses in Glastonbury, Street, Shepton Mallet, Wells, Portishead, Clevedon, Keynsham, Saltford, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Peasedown and Nailsea can now benefit from full-fibre broadband.  

The independent provider is also calling on residents and community groups to get in touch with suggestions of how Truespeed can support the area.

For more information and to register your interest in receiving full-fibre broadband visit www.truespeed.com or call the customer service team on 0125 300370.