UK - Consultation: Enabling Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) in the 6 GHz Band

Business description

​On January 9, 2026, the UK Communications Authority (Ofcom) launched a public consultation to discuss the enabling of the Automatic Frequency Coordination (AFC) system in the 5925-7125 MHz (6 GHz) band. 

Ofcom published a public consultation paper on February 13, 2025 for the entire 6 GHz band, proposing the introduction of AFC-controlled standard power Wi-Fi (up to 36 dBm) on the lower 6 GHz, including outdoor use. This new public consultation has confirmed the use of AFC systems in the 5925 MHz-6425 MHz bands and allows for standard power Wi-Fi devices and allows outdoor use.​

Countries:
United Kingdom (UK)
Product categories:
03 IT/Audio & Video
Technical aspects:
Telecom/Wireless
Business fields:
P.03 Electrical
P.04 Solar & Commercial
Regions:
Europe

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