[ec] The European Commission has published, for public consultation, draft Guidelines on the application of EU state aid rules to public funding of broadband networks. The key issue for discussion concerns the public financing of very high speed, so-called "next generation access networks". Member States and stakeholders are encouraged to submit their views on the proposed text by 22 June 2009. On the basis of the comments received, the Commission intends to adopt definitive Broadband Guidelines later this year.
Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes said: "I am eager to hear stakeholders' views on our draft Broadband Guidelines. My objective is to provide a clear and predictable framework for the application of EU state aid rules in this strategic sector. This is all the more important in the present economic circumstances as investments in this important infrastructure may both help economic recovery in the short term and allow long term benefits for European competitiveness."
State aid: Commission consults on draft Guidelines for broadband networks
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State aid for broadband
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