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Ian Liddell-Grainger MP

MP for Bridgwater and West Somerset

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Broadband

The internet is now an essential part of everyday life for many of my constituents. Unfortunately high-speed broadband is only available to those who live in larger towns. For the rural communities, particularly in parts of West Somerset, it is sometimes quicker to send a snail-mail letter than wait for the dangling piece of copper wire on a telegraph pole to successfully deliver your message.  But this is the 21st century and we have been promised action to improve connections. I am determined to fight the corner of those who are still stuck with slow speeds. I have already held talks with BT and held Ministerial talks. I have jointly established a cross-party group in Parliament to act as a pressure group for change. I have spoken in Parliamentary debates and will continue to do so.

  • http://www.b4rds.org/
  • http://www.connectingdevonandsomerset.co.uk
  • http://www.fwi.co.uk/articles/18/09/2013/141104/government-underestimates-rural-broadband-problem.htm

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As your Member of Parliament I will do my level best to assist constituents - but part of the purpose of this site is to help people help themselves. Often the answer to a problem is out there somewhere - the trick is to know exactly where to look. If you move around the website you may find useful pages with relevant links.

However, if you draw a complete blank or fail to discover a solution to the problem you face, then by all means consider calling me in. Should you need to get in touch for any reason, please send me an e-mail or call 01278 458383

Remember that I am just an MP, not superman. I don't do miracle cures. I have no power to intervene in legal matters or to interfere in the process of local government. But I do have some influence and am able to make representations on your behalf. And though I cannot guarantee to solve things I always try.

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