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14:35 17th December 2009
Three MPs in Lancashire are seeking to make the area the country's first 'Wi-Fi county', it has been reported.
The politicians are hoping to secure backing from the government to invest in wireless internet infrastructure that would provide residents and businesses in the region free access to online services throughout the county.
According to the Blackburn Citizen, the MPs believe the move could have a significant benefit for the local economy, while it may also encourage local residents to undertake IT training courses so that they can take advantage of the new technology.
One of the MPs backing the initiative, Nigel Evans, told the newspaper: "I believe that, just as people need water and food in this 21st century culture, we need broadband internet connections available to all."
He added he is "concerned" about the large areas of Lancashire that are currently without any internet access.
The scheme would follow a similar pilot project currently being carried out in Swindon, where 1,400 access points are being erected on street lamps and other landmarks.
The government has set a target of ensuring all of the UK has access to internet services of at least two megabits per second by 2012.
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