Europe - broadband wireless access

Commission decision on the harmonisation of the 3400-3800 MHz frequency band for terrestrial systems capable of providing electronic communications services in the Community

The Commission has supported a more flexible use of spectrum in its Communication
on "Rapid access to spectrum for wireless electronic communications services through
more flexibility", which inter alia addresses the 3400-3800 MHz band.

Technological neutrality and service neutrality have been underlined by Member
States in the Radio Spectrum Policy Group (RSPG) opinion on Wireless Access Policy
for Electronic Communications Services (WAPECS) of 23 November 2005 as
important policy goals to achieve a more flexible use of spectrum. Moreover,
according to this opinion, these policy goals should not be introduced abruptly, but in
a gradual manner to avoid disruption of the market.