Internet troubles hit hard

Business suffers

Poor internet service is killing business in Cambuslang, the area’s MP has revealed.

Ged Killen recently surveyed people throughout the town about their slow broadband service, having received complaints from numerous constituents, organisations and businesses.

The responses show that poor internet service is having a negative impact on the local economy, and new build houses are receiving a poor service due to internet suppliers’ equipment at overcapacity.

Well over 100 constituents have replied to the survey, which was launched in Cambuslang and Blantyre less than two weeks ago.

Initial feedback suggests that business is being affected, while around two thirds of households believe that they get a worse service than quoted by their broadband provider.

Meanwhile, nearly one third of households have no option to access superfast broadband.

Ged Killen MP said: “The state of broadband services across Rutherglen and Hamilton West is below par and is hindering economic growth in the area.

“A number of local entrepreneurs made it clear to me that the woeful internet connectivity is leaving them with no choice but to pack up and leave the area.

“This unfortunate situation is also affecting those who choose to make their home in the area.

“A decent internet connection is vital for residents to be able to access banking services, information, shopping and an endless number of everyday tasks.”