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UK Government Telecommunications Policy - Objectives
2.1NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
The aim of Government2 telecommunications policy is to ensure that people have: • a wide range of services from which to choose; • equitable access to the latest technologies as they become available;
non-domesticcommercialEconomic Benefits of Modern Telecommunications Infrastructure
2.2NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Fast, reliable and cost-effective modern telecommunications can attract new businesses and enable economic growth by opening up new markets and new opportunities for diverse and innovative services. T
commercialsite-planningNorthern Ireland Executive Programme for Government - Communications Infrastructure
2.3NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
The Programme for Government (December 2001) indicates that the Executive will work to ensure that the communications infrastructure of Northern Ireland is developed to a standard that our economy req
commercialsite-planningPlanning Policies Framework for Telecommunications
6.0NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
In exercise of its responsibility for planning control in Northern Ireland the Department assesses development proposals against all planning policies and other material considerations that are releva
non-domesticpublic-buildingcommercialindustrialApplication of Planning Policies to Telecommunications Development
6.0NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
The following policies set out the main planning considerations that the Department will take into account in assessing proposals for telecommunications development and proposals likely to result in r
non-domesticpublic-buildingcommercialSatellite Television Antennas - Planning Requirements
6.37NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
The Planning (General Development) Order (NI) 1993 includes a range of permitted development rights for the installation of satellite television antennas. In cases however where planning permission is
dwellingflatscommercialplanningAmateur Radio, Taxi and Private User Masts - Planning Approach
6.38NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Proposals to install the masts often used by amateur radio operators, radio taxi firms and other private and commercial users, usually present few potential planning problems in terms of size and visu
commercialplanningPolicy TEL 2: Development and Interference with Television Broadcasting Services
Policy TEL 2NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
The Department may refuse planning permission for development proposals which would result in undue interference with terrestrial television broadcasting services.
non-domesticcommercialindustrialhigh-riseImpact of Large Buildings and Structures on Television Reception
6.39NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Large, prominent buildings and structures such as tower blocks, sports stadiums, dock cranes and wind turbines can cause disruption to analogue television services by obstructing or reflecting the wan
non-domesticcommercialindustrialhigh-riseDeveloper Responsibility for Interference Assessment
6.40NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
The Department will wish to be satisfied that the potential for interference has been fully taken into account in the siting and design of large and prominent buildings and structures, since it will b
non-domesticcommercialindustrialhigh-riseConsultation Process for Potential Interference
6.41NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
In cases where evidence is submitted that undue interference is likely to occur as a result of development the Department will consult with the Radiocommunications Agency and the broadcasters or fixed
non-domesticcommercialindustrialhigh-riseDesign Factors and Mitigation Solutions
6.42NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Certain factors can be taken into account at the planning application stage, in particular the height and width of each face of the structure, the material and outside surface finish, and the orientat
non-domesticcommercialindustrialhigh-riseDepartment's aim for telecommunications infrastructure in new developments
A1NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
The Department wishes to ensure, as far as is practicable, that the telecommunication needs of future occupiers of new developments are accommodated in an appropriate fashion in the design and layout
non-domesticdwellingcommercialindustrialDuty to provide ducting and consult with telecommunications operators
A2NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Prospective developers of new housing areas, retail and office developments, community buildings and industrial areas should therefore consider at initial design stage with all relevant telecommunicat
dwellingcommercialnon-domesticindustrialPreferred methods of distributing cabling
A4NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
In general, it is preferable to locate new cabling underground or along the external surfaces of buildings, but the method of distribution already prevailing in the area may be a relevant factor. Code
non-domesticdwellingcommercialindustrialEarly provision of underground ducting to avoid future costs and disruption
A5NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Where provision for underground ducting of cables is not made available at the design and construction stage, it may not be possible for future occupiers of land to ensure that future wires are placed
non-domesticdwellingcommercialindustrialMacrocells, Microcells and Picocells
NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Macrocells are used to provide coverage over a wide area and are sited on tall masts, church towers and large buildings. The macrocell base stations emit relatively high power and cover areas of sever
non-domesticcommercialGlossary of Telecommunications Terms
NI-wide·PPS 10 Telecommunications
Antenna – A passive electrical component which can transmit and receive radio waves. Attenuation – Reduction in strength of a radio signal as a result of atmospheric absorption, obstruction by buildi
non-domesticcommercialtelecommunications