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Written questions by Leadbitter.

Every parliamentary written question tabled by Graham Leadbitter this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.

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Department:All (231)Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (41)Department for Transport (38)Treasury (28)Ministry of Defence (20)Cabinet Office (18)Department for Work and Pensions (16)Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (15)Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (12)Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (10)Department for Business and Trade (8)Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (6)Department of Health and Social Care (5)

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6 Mar 2025·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·Answered

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What discussions he has had with DCC to ensure there will be alternate smart meter connections in rural areas.

The Data Communications Company (DCC) is required to assess opportunities to increase the overall level of communications network coverage for Great Britain beyond its currently provisioned minimum level of 99.25%.The DCC are examining a number of options to reach homes not currently able to get smart metering network coverage as part of its Future Connectivity strategy, which includes consideration of a full range of technical solutions including cellular options.

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