Latest EREBUS figures: Registrations from 16th November 2009 to  29th January 2010

 

Region: 5878 of which 2074 from Norfolk

 

Caroline Williams CEO Norfolk Chamber said: "Faster broadband is essential to be able to meet the business growth inspirations across Norfolk In addition it is needed to equip our young people with the tools they need to maximize their education opportunities. Norfolk will not be ignored and is included in the Norfolk Chamber's Business Blueprint as a top priority for action."

 

Jan Pinkerton, Head of Business ICT at EEDA said: " We've had a terrific response from residents and businesses across the East of England to our campaign to bring high-speed broadband to the region. Next generation broadband is vital for future growth, to boost the economy, to create opportunities for businesses and open up services for individuals.

 

"Over a third of the responses are from Norfolk and the overwhelming message is 'we want and need faster broadband'. The next step for EREBUS is to sustain interest so we can demonstrate that there is sufficient demand to make commercial investment in next generation broadband is worthwhile.

 

"This is an ongoing campaign until we get next generation broadband. Our message remains ' Get on board for faster broadband'."