Ireland's National Broadband Plan

"Minister for Communications Pat Rabbitte says his national broadband plan is "the rural electrification of the 21st century".

"The Minister outlined a series of "ambitious" targets to be met within the lifetime of the Government. He said 70-100Mbps should be available to at least 50 per cent of the population.

"At least 40Mbps should be available to at least a further 20 per cent of the population and a minimum of 30Mbps available to all..."

Irish Times