MORE than 7,000 more homes in West Fife are now able to access full fibre broadband after the latest expansion of GoFibre's network.

Following nine months of network build, homes and businesses across rural communities west of Dunfermline are able to have a choice of networks and benefit from world-class digital connectivity.

Forming part of GoFibre’s commitment to help close the digital divide in rural areas, locations benefitting from the rollout include Crossford, Cairneyhill, and Torryburn.

Lightning-fast and fit for the future, the gigabit-capable broadband networks allow communities to upload and download data with none of the disruptions associated with ageing copper networks.

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GoFibre’s network expansion in Fife began in summer 2022, when construction got underway in Cardenden and Burntisland.

Since then, the network has continued to grow across the region into Aberdour, Ballingry, Cupar, and Kinghorn. When this phase is completed, more than 30,000 residents and businesses in total will be able to enjoy enhanced connectivity and network reliability across Fife.

In addition to expanding its network presence in Fife, GoFibre has also supported two local Fife charities as part of the first phase of its GoFurther Fund.

Heids & Herts Scotland, a charity established to foster social connection in Fife, secured £2,600 in additional funding from GoFibre to help them support arts and crafts projects in the community.

Tartan Talkers were awarded £3,000 for their vital work offering a lifeline to vulnerable people suffering from isolation and desperation. Neil Conaghan, Chief Executive Officer, GoFibre said: “We have been constructing our network in Fife since summer 2022 and have been getting to know the community, whether that’s been through engagements with customers or through our GoFurther Fund community initiative.

“We’re dedicated to connecting as many premises as we can and continuing to support the area. Today’s milestone in our network build, sees even more homes and businesses being opened up to the benefits of our full fibre connection and there’s plenty more opportunity to come.”