18 May 2006
Six of the UK's largest cities are to be handed wireless internet technology, allowing residents to log on to receive a range of information services.
Birmingham, Edinburgh, Leeds, Liverpool, Cardiff and Westminster will receive the wireless networks and BT said it will roll out the wireless capability to six further cities in due course.
Devices such as laptops and PDAs can be used to connect to the web while on the move.
Steve Andrews, BT's head of converged communications services, said that there had been huge interest in the wireless rollout.
"We have been thrilled with the overwhelming response of local authorities and businesses wanting to be part of this wireless revolution," he said.
"This first phase of 12 cities is just the start. We are already negotiating with many other cities.
"Our networks will make sure customers are connected at all times, but all people will notice is how valuable the services are, such as knowing where to park, access to tourist information and public services," he added.
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