On Monday 13 October, Steve Leighton and Matthew Appleton from DICE Networks presented to residents of Kingscote, Hazlecote and Bagpath. In partnership with Global Invacom, DICE Networks has developed a satellite based communications solution that could provide an efficient and short-term solution to broadband issues in villages like ours. The two partnering companies are keen to trial a broadband solution (with some telephony if required) in our area and are looking for homes and businesses to be included in that trial.
Key points to note are as follows:
- The trial will run for a minimum of six months and a maximum of twelve months.
- There is absolutely no cost to the villages or the villagers during the trial period.
- Beyond the trial period, subscription costs will be no higher than BT broadband costs.
- There is absolutely no obligation to continue with a service beyond the trial period.
- Whilst the primary focus is broadband, the providing companies would like to see some fixed line and mobile telephony triallists also.
- Satellite dishes and cabling will be kept to an absolute minimum so as not to spoil the appearance of the village. Please note that the entire area can be serviced by a small number of satellite dishes appropriately placed so this is not a one dish per residence solution.
To date, almost 40 residences across the three villages have agreed to take part in the trial, along with a couple of local businesses. We need to know by next Friday (31 October) if you’d like to be included. If you have any questions or need further information please call me, or Steve Leighton (07411 403899), or Matthew Appleton (07534 636140).
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