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ITSPA responds to long-awaited VoIP statement
The UK telecoms super-regulator Ofcom has released its long-awaited statement on the regulation of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). As the most significant regulatory development in the Internet telephony market for over two years, this statement is destined to have a major impact on the future of online communication. ITSPA (the Internet Telephony Service Providers' Association) has been in discussion with Ofcom throughout the consultation process.
Although they are broadly acceptable, ITSPA is wary that the detail of the new rules may have unfortunate implications for UK businesses and consumers. Whilst ITSPA will work closely with Ofcom to ensure that the regulatory environment continues to run as smoothly as it does now, members have expressed a number of fundamental concerns with the statement. In particular, “That Voice over IP will be subject to a stricter regulatory framework than any other technology within the UK telecommunications industry.”
ITSPA has highlighted this amongst other important issues to Ofcom on a number of occasions. The move from a 'light-touch' approach towards a more rigid regulatory framework will have a significant impact on the industry, which ITSPA will monitor closely as it develops.
