The purpose of the initiative
The purpose of the initiative is to help ensure that all EU citizens have access to high-speed broadband, in order to allow everyone to benefit equally from the opportunities connectivity brings, for health, education, business and more.
The role of the BCO Network
The BCO Network’s role is to support European Broadband Competence Offices (BCOs) in making this happen. BCOs are the national and regional public authorities supporting broadband deployment across the EU.
It does this through an annual programme, based on members’ needs, that brings together BCOs, experts and European Commission representatives to train and exchange knowledge, good practices and experiences in overcoming common challenges.
Supporting BCOs and animating the Network
A dedicated Support Facility plans and animates the Network’s activities on an annual basis in coordination with the Directorates-General for Agriculture and Rural Development; Communications Networks, Content and Technology; Regional and Urban Policy; and Competition. The Support Facility offers:
- training and network events and thematic groups meetings
- online discussion groups and training materials
- videos interviews and publications on broadband good practices, policy, funding and more
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Registration is open to all members of the European Broadband Competence Offices (BCOs) Network. The agenda will be made available to participants directly.
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