Code powers, Company news, Connected Britain, Connectivity, Multi-dwelling units (MDUs), Wayleave

How we’re addressing Britain’s digital divide in accessing high-speed broadband

Learn more about how we're helping to bridge the UK's digital divide, and access our FREE guide to delivering high-speed broadband to multi-dwelling units (MDUs).

Code powers, Company news, Connected Britain, Our people

Trenches Law appoints Simon Burckhardt as non-executive director

Leading telecoms law specialist Trenches Law has announced the strategic hire of a new non-executive director, as the firm furthers its ambitions to bridge the UK’s digital divide in Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs). The news of the significant addition to the business’ leadership team comes just days after its Code powers consultation with Ofcom was released.

Code powers, Company news, Connected Britain

Trenches’ Code powers consultation underway to bridge digital divide for MDUs

In a digital age where seamless connectivity is crucial for work, communication, and progress, there's a segment of the population that continues to be underserved: Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs). Recognising this gap, we’ve taken a significant step to help bridge the divide by requesting Code powers from Ofcom. And now, our fate lies in the hands of our Ofcom consultation — live as of 5 September 2023.

Code powers, Legal

How do you apply for Code power?

Most operators are familiar with the benefits that Code powers bring when it comes to building and maintaining UK networks, but the perceived time and costs associated with an application to Ofcom deter many from tackling the paperwork. Here, Sharon McDermott, founder of Trenches Law and an experienced telecoms lawyer advises how to prepare the perfect submission…

Client stories, Code powers

Vispa secures Code power from Ofcom

Wythenshawe-headquartered Internet Service Provider (ISP) Vispa has secured Electronic Communications Code powers from Ofcom.

Cookie	Duration	Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional	11 months	The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy	11 months	The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.

Hear from our experts

Discover the latest news, insights and views in this category

How we’re addressing Britain’s digital divide in accessing high-speed broadband

Trenches Law appoints Simon Burckhardt as non-executive director

Trenches’ Code powers consultation underway to bridge digital divide for MDUs

How do you apply for Code power?

Vispa secures Code power from Ofcom

Signup for the latest legal updates from our team

Policy information

Our services

Registered Office