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The Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) is part of Project Gigabit, the government’s programme to roll out fast, reliable broadband to homes and businesses that are not included in suppliers’ commercial plans.
The majority of Project Gigabit delivery will be through major contracts, providing subsidies to suppliers to extend their gigabit-capable networks to premises that are unlikely to be reached otherwise. The GBVS is focused on helping people upgrade their broadband connections through localised projects, providing small grants for residents and businesses that suppliers can accumulate towards the cost of the network build. The GBVS operates in areas where there is no Project Gigabit procurement or contract, or existing or planned commercial coverage.
Eligible homes and businesses can access vouchers worth up to £4,500 to help towards the costs of installing a gigabit-capable broadband connection.
Check this page for guidance on eligibility and how to apply for a voucher.
Update to the Data Protection Lead address and minor edits.
5 June 2025
GBVS Beneficiary and Supplier Terms and Conditions updated.
8 May 2025
Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme information - HTML attachment updated
9 April 2025
Auditors information updated
8 April 2025
Devon and Somerset closed for new voucher projects
31 March 2025
Updates to the Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme
24 February 2025
Newcastle and North Tyneside removed from table.
11 February 2025
Map updated and Devon added to table.
21 November 2024
Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) information updated to clarify rural focus of the scheme and Active Gigabit Voucher Scheme Suppliers table and map updated to show current rural areas eligible for new voucher projects.
15 November 2024
Additional lot added to Active Gigabit Voucher Scheme Suppliers table
15 August 2024
Surrey (Lot 22) closed for Project Gigabit procurements.
5 August 2024
Updates to section 6 of the Privacy Notice
7 June 2024
Beneficiary Terms and Conditions Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme page added.
5 June 2024
Map updated.
17 April 2024
Auditors section added to Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme information.