Silicon Stoke – Full Fibre Network

The city is proudly one of the first in the UK to adopt an innovative open access model for the delivery of a citywide full fibre network, using public sector assets including ducting and public buildings. In April 2021, the Citywide Full Fibre Network was complete, covering 113km and creating a truly future proof Point to Point (PtP) network delivering gigabit plus symmetric services.

Much improved business and residential services will be delivered by a neutral host fibre operator, VX Fiber, who will invest in and install the FTTP infrastructure. Services will be delivered through an open access platform and will include broadband, TV and VOIP. VX Fiber have invested £10m in the current FTTP network with an additional £30m to cover the citywide FTTP. Our Prospectus for Silicon Stoke establishes the strategic vision and framework for making Stoke-on-Trent the most digitally advanced city in the UK.