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24/04/2013 700 MHz band call for input
12/02/2013 2.6 GHz access ceases
20/11/2012 UHF Strategy Update
16/03/2012 Update on spectrum access to 550-606 MHz
14/03/2012 Spectrum access to 1785-1800 MHz
27/01/2012 Major Event Apply Online
Go to top Ofcom have released today an update on
the work that is planned in relation to the future of the
700MHz band. As part of this update, Ofcom are seeking input
from stakeholders on factors to consider when assessing cost
and benefits for future uses of this band along with
measures to reduce disruption for these changes. Whilst it is likely that no change will
occur until 2018 at the earliest, this band is currently
shared with DTT for PMSE use and widely used. Therefore we
would encourage interested parties to ensure that input is
provided to Ofcom to support this review.
24/04/2013 700 MHz band call for input
12/02/2013 2.6 GHz Access Ceases
On the 12 November 2012 Ofcom published
their
statement on the making of regulations in connection with
the award of the 800 MHz and 2.6 GHz spectrum bands .
This statement triggered the three month notice period for
PMSE to vacate this band.
From today, 12 February 2013, all access to the 2.6 GHz band
(2500-2690GHz) will be withdrawn and JFMG will no longer be
able to license this spectrum.
If you require any information in connection to the above
please feel free to contact JFMG on 0207 299 8660 or
admin@jfmg.co.uk
20/11/2012 UHF Strategy Update
Last week Ofcom published its statement 'securing long term benefits from scarce low frequency spectrum: UHF strategy statement' which includes an update on the access for PMSE use to the 600MHz (550-606MHz) band.
The statement explains Ofcom's decision to proceed with shared short term use of the 600MHz band for multiple uses including DTT, PMSE and White Space Devices. Short term access for PMSE will be provided on a 6 month rolling notice basis.
Ofcom states that work is being carried out to look at the longer term access to the 600MHz band and expect to provide a further update on this as work progresses into 2013. Ofcom will then review the 6 month rolling notice for PMSE access.
30/03/2012 Ofcom Publish Consultation Document on future strategy of UHF bands IV and V, & the 600 & 700 MHz Band
Ofcom has published a consultation on developing a long term strategic approach to the management of spectrum in the UHF bands (channels 21 – 60), which asks for response to questions.This document will be of particular interest to the PMSE community, as it covers consultation on the future uses of bands that are currently utilised by PMSE users for wireless microphones, in-ear monitors, BTR talkback and audio links. It specifically covers the future uses of the following bands;
• “600 MHz band” : Ch31 – Ch37 (550MHz - 606 MHz)
• “700 MHz band” : Ch49 – Ch60 (694MHz – 790MHz)
The document also covers
• Worldwide harmonisation of the 700MHz band & the benefits for the UK
• DTT and the impact of possible 700MHz harmonisation, as well as other services used to cover public service broadcasting
• Local TV services
• Whitespace devices
• Public services spectrum such as emergency services and the MOD
• Information on the growth of mobile broadband and possible additional spectrum to be made available for mobile broadband in the longer term
Following the end of the consultation period, Ofcom intend to publish a statement in Autumn 2012. Consultation responses should be submitted by 7th June 2012.
16/03/2012 Update on spectrum access to 550-606 MHz
Use of the 600 MHz band was due to finish at the end of 2012 for PMSE because of the planned auction of the band. Following recent international developments relating to the possible future use of spectrum that neighbours with the 600 MHz band, Ofcom will not be proceeding with this auction for the time being. Therefore, in the absence of a 2012 award, Ofcom has decided that PMSE can continue using the spectrum until it is released for an alternative use. Consequently, access to the band 550 – 606 MHz for PMSE will continue until at least 1st April 2013 and might carry on beyond that time subject to Ofcom’s conclusions about the approach to releasing this band. JFMG will continue to issue 12-month licences but with a condition allowing for revocation with a minimum of six months notice.14/03/2012 Spectrum access to 1785-1800 MHz
Yesterday Ofcom published a notice of its intention to vary Everything Everywhere’s (EE) 1800 MHz spectrum licences to allow the use of 4G technologies in this band. Ofcom invites comments on this proposal by 16 April 2012.PMSE currently has access from 1785-1800MHz, which although has very little usage, could be affected by this variation and we would encourage views to be shared with Ofcom.
27/01/2012 Major Event Apply Online
Today we have added a new feature to our website making it possible to apply for frequencies at a Major Event via our online system.To properly manage spectrum at a Major Event (e.g. Royal Wedding, British Grand Prix etc.) our spectrum Planners prevent online bookings close to the location and only accept manual applications. If you’ve ever tried to book online and been faced with a sea of red X’s this is possibly what was going on!
To ease the application process, if you now try to book near a Major Event you will be see a warning appear and be able to send in an event application for frequencies using similar tools to that of the current booking process.
Here are some brief instructions on how to use it, as usual if you have any questions please give us a call.
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