Statement and further consultation: Expanding access to the 6 GHz band for commercial mobile and Wi-Fi services
Published: 13 February 2025
Last updated: 15 April 2026
In this consultation we set out our proposed approach to authorising Wi-Fi and mobile services in the 6 GHz band. This includes a proposal to authorise standard power Wi-Fi in Lower 6 GHz under the control of an AFC database (subject to industry demand), and a proposal to authorise low power indoor Wi-Fi in Upper 6 GHz, with mobile coming into the Upper 6 GHz band at a later stage.
Consultation: Enabling automated frequency coordination (AFC) in the 6 GHz band
Published: 9 January 2026
Last updated: 15 April 2026
We are proposing a three-phase registration process for AFC service providers to apply for, obtain, and maintain Registration with Ofcom to provide AFC services in the UK.
Consultation: Expanding access to the 6 GHz band - Our approach to future mobile use in high density areas and incumbent users
Published: 13 April 2026
The focus of this consultation is to set out our proposed high density areas and our proposals to ensure that mobile operators will be able to deploy in those areas without significant constraint from incumbent users.
Ofcom takes strides towards mobile and Wi-Fi sharing same airwaves in boost for UK economy
Published: 9 January 2026
Ofcom has today proposed the next steps in plans that would see mobile masts and Wi-Fi routers in different locations, for the first time, be able to use parts of the same frequency band to transmit their signals, unlocking significant benefits for households, businesses and the wider UK economy.
Statement: Enabling short notice, short duration licences in 2.3 GHz
Published: 1 July 2025
Last updated: 3 December 2025
This statement covers our decision to introduce (from early 2026) a new short notice, short duration licence type in 2320-2340 MHz.
Statement: Decision to amend the Mobile Trading Regulations
Published: 18 July 2025
Last updated: 30 October 2025
On 30 October 2025, we published a statement setting out our decision to amend the Wireless Telegraphy (Mobile Spectrum Trading) Regulations 2011.
Statement: Review of Annual Licence Fees
Published: 13 December 2024
Last updated: 1 October 2025
We have today published our decisions to revise the Annual Licence Fees we charge for use of the 900, 1800 and 2100 MHz bands
Consultation: Optimal use of 3.9GHz spectrum – Additional option
Published: 17 December 2024
Last updated: 17 July 2025
As part of our aim to improve spectrum access and efficiency, this document puts forward an additional option to change the 3.9 GHz licence by modifying its permitted frequencies, further to a consultation earlier in the year.
Consultation: Optimal use of 3.9 GHz spectrum
Published: 21 May 2024
Last updated: 17 July 2025
We are proposing to make changes to UK Broadband Limited’s 3.9 GHz licence which authorises use of the 3925–4009 MHz frequency range.
Statement: Optimal use of 3.9 GHz spectrum
Published: 17 July 2025
To support efficient use of the 3.8 – 4.2 GHz band and continued growth in innovative wireless applications, this document sets out our decisions to vary UK Broadband’s 3.9 GHz licence and make associated updates to our coordination processes.