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UK expands satellite spectrum access, streamlines licensing rules

( March 20, 2026, 16:21 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: New UK rules should open up to 10 GHz of additional spectrum for satellite gateway stations, mainly in rural areas, telecom regulator Ofcom said in a statement, adding that it would consult on extending access to cities. The measures also streamline licensing for non-geostationary satellite systems and extend existing fee rules to them, marking final decisions on spectrum access and licensing changes as authorities move to expand satellite capacity and speed up approvals.Statement follows. Documents attached....

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