The future of Swindon's w-fi mesh is being decided tonight tomorrow night at a council meeting (thank you to Komadori for the correction).
Things seemed so different back last year, when the 'wow' factor of the scheme was very fresh. Rikki Hunt, in tomorrow's Swindon Advertiser, is trying to resurrect that initial positive spin.
Swindon Centric Says ; So, will the rest of the money be handed over, or will the Labour and Lib-Dem councillors stand up?
Swindon Borough Council is to provide all 186,000 residents with free, town-wide wireless internet access.
Though there will be a usage limit, which can be overcome by purchasing additional access, at lower prices than current suppliers.
Swindon Centric Says ; This news sounds excellent. For years, it's been suggested that internet access will become a utility as important as water, gas and electricity. Kudos to the council for pursuing this, very brave and forward-thinking service.
People in Highworth better get ready to cancel their current suppliers, as their free service starts in a few weeks.
