BROADBAND provider Pulse Fibre has welcomed the Scottish Government’s recent legislation requiring all new homes to be gigabit broadband-ready, calling it a vital step forward in ensuring homes are equipped for the demands of modern living.
“This requirement should have already been standard,” said Robert Buckingham, operations director from Pulse Fibre. “When similar laws came into effect in England in December 2022, the opportunity to establish a nationwide standard was missed. However, this is an important step in ensuring that new homes across Scotland are prepared for the digital future.”
Pulse Fibre said the rise of smart homes and technology-reliant lifestyles has highlighted the need for ‘robust’ broadband infrastructure.
The firm acknowledged that developers and broadband providers may face challenges in implementing the new regulations, explaining that installing high-speed infrastructure, especially in rural areas, can be ‘costly and logistically complex’. Developers must also balance upfront investment costs with ensuring broadband infrastructure remains adaptable to future technological needs.
To support this, Pulse Fibre offers solutions like its Construction Mode, enabling developers to prepare smart homes with full broadband functionality before homeowners move in. Additionally, Day One Connectivity is designed to ensure new homes are internet-ready from the moment they are occupied.
Pulse Fibre emphasised that collaboration between developers and broadband providers is ‘critical’ to achieving these standards effectively. This includes early engagement, leveraging government incentives, efficient construction coordination, and embracing open network models.
The company is now advocating for further regulatory reforms to streamline gigabit broadband deployment. These include improving open network access and addressing high infrastructure fees that can slow progress.
“Pulse Fibre is ready to partner with developers to meet these new standards, offering innovative and scalable broadband solutions that enhance connectivity while ensuring long-term adaptability,” Robert Buckingham added. “Together, we can build communities that are ready for the digital future.”
