An ingenious approach has boosted broadband for residents on a Scottish island, utilizing water pipes for connections for the first time in the UK.
Fibre cables have been installed in a second pipe in the drinking water network on Papa Westray, providing speeds similar to those in other parts of Scotland.
This method is a more efficient and less disruptive alternative to conventional cable-laying methods, enabling almost every business and resident on the island to connect.
Scottish Minister Richard Lochhead praised the innovative strategy, emphasizing Scotland's reputation for innovation and the collaboration with rural communities to enhance connectivity.
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