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10/01/2008
All-Dublin Wi-fi Plan Abandoned
Dublin is not now to benefit from a plan to provide a free wireless broadband facility.
Dublin City Council has decided the plan would be contrary to EU law on state aid, as well as not financially possible. The project was estimated to cost €27m.
But the Labour Party, which says it originally proposed the idea of a the Irish capital becoming a free wi-fi city, has accused the council of backing down as a result of pressure from the telecommunications industry.
However, Dublin City Council still intends to provide free broadband access on a test basis to areas like Ballymun and Ballyfermot, where there is a lack of coverage.
Free wireless access will also be available in public libraries and public buildings.
(BMcC)
Dublin City Council has decided the plan would be contrary to EU law on state aid, as well as not financially possible. The project was estimated to cost €27m.
But the Labour Party, which says it originally proposed the idea of a the Irish capital becoming a free wi-fi city, has accused the council of backing down as a result of pressure from the telecommunications industry.
However, Dublin City Council still intends to provide free broadband access on a test basis to areas like Ballymun and Ballyfermot, where there is a lack of coverage.
Free wireless access will also be available in public libraries and public buildings.
(BMcC)
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