UK - Ofcom Pioneers Sharing of Upper 6 GHz Spectrum Between Mobile and Wi-Fi Services

UK Ofcom proposes that the spectrum be shared between providers of commercial mobile and Wi-Fi services for the upper part of the band (6425-7125 MHz), with the plan as follows:

Phase 1: Allow low power indoor Wi-Fi across the entire Upper 6 GHz band as quickly as possible, ideally before the end of 2025.

Phase 2: Also authorize mobile use of the band, linked to the outcome of discussions at a European level on harmonizing how the band is used, which we expect to conclude by 2027.

European harmonization would see the sharing of the 6 GHz band by mobile and Wi-Fi across the continent and will help manufacturers, operators, and users have the confidence to invest in equipment and services for the band.

Ofcom proposes to allow outdoor and higher power Wi-Fi to operate under the control of an automated database to protect other users from interference in the lower part of the 6 GHz band (5925-6425 MHz).

Final date for comments : May 8, 2025.