PQ 964
964. Deputy Robert O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he agrees with the findings of a recent report (details supplied) that take up of fibre to the home broadband continues to be below average amongst older people and amongst small businesses; if so, the policy measures his Department are pursuing to encourage the commencement of the process of copper switch-off which would have a significant impact in driving take up of fibre to the home amongst these groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20268/26]
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964. Deputy Robert O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he agrees with the findings of a recent report (details supplied) that take up of fibre to the home broadband continues to be below average amongst older people and amongst small businesses; if so, the policy measures his Department are pursuing to encourage the commencement of the process of copper switch-off which would have a significant impact in driving take up of fibre to the home amongst these groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20268/26]
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