Liberty Global Policy

Liberty Global has joined 16 other major investors in Europe to urge EU institutions to integrate competitiveness as a cornerstone of the EU's policy agenda. The call to action came in a joint letter published with the American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union (AmCham EU) - which speaks on behalf of American businesses in Europe - in the run-up to next month's hearings of the Commissioners-designate. It follows the publication of the #Draghi Report and the Political Guidelines set by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, which signalled that competitiveness is now a key concern for policymakers.    Among the challenges which need to be addressed by the incoming Commission, AmCham EU's Executive Council highlighted:   ❕ Regulatory complexity and burden ❕ Approach to the green and clean transition  ❕ Digital transition and skills shortage ❕ Access to funding and investment incentives  ❕ The rise of protectionism   Read more here ➡ https://lnkd.in/eig_4NCx #EU #EUcompetitiveness #AmChamEU

Strong investment is needed for the UK's digital infrastructure to provide fast, reliable connectivity. We are long-term investors in connectivity networks, with a mission to ensure UK citizens and businesses are equipped with world-class infrastructure. From our investment history in broadband with Virgin Media, to our commitment to the next generation of Gigabit networks with Virgin Media O2 and nexfibre, we're playing a part in enabling our customers - and the UK economy - to keep on growing. Swipe left below to explore our investments ⬇ #UKInvestment #UKConnectivity 

The incoming European Commission has an ambitious and future-oriented agenda, inspired by the Mario Draghi report, to be an 'Investment Commission'. As a long-standing investor and operator in Europe, we support the outlines presented in the Draghi report and the need for spurring growth and investment in innovation across the Continent. #Connectivity will be a crucial part to help unlock the true potential of the digital economy and we look forward to the renewed focus on #competitiveness in the next 5 years. #EUCommission #Draghireport

How is sustainable innovation driving positive change in the connectivity industry? Throughout our operations, the transition to renewable energy and the implementation of efficient technologies are driving emissions downwards. Explore more about the greening of the telecoms sector in the video below or read the full "Connecting a Sustainable Future" policy report here: https://lnkd.in/ekGmdHaA #Sustainability #Innovation #Technology #Connectivity

Connectivity networks help propel the green and digital transitions. From 5G precision farming to smart buildings, Gigabit connectivity is an essential component to reducing emissions and delivering on sustainability goals. Check out how we're enabling sustainable innovation in the video below or read the full "Connecting a Sustainable Future" policy report here: https://lnkd.in/ekGmdHaA #Sustainability #Innovation #5G #Connectivity 

We’re thrilled to have recently launched our 2023 People Planet Progress report - with highlights that include: 🕧 15,000+ hours volunteered 💻 226,000+ affordable packages provided to date by Telenet and Virgin Media O2 👣 28% decrease in carbon emissions across Scope 1 and 2 since 2019 🌍 Joining the UN Global Compact Read the full report here ➡ https://bit.ly/3zOPg23

Historically, women have been underrepresented in ICT professions. Whilst there has been some progress recently, we must continue to create environments where talented women are retained, propelled, and ultimately thrive. Role modelling, mentorship, and coaching are effective strategies. These tools offer guidance, support, information, and networking opportunities, helping women navigate complex professional environments. Companies with higher gender representation at board level are 27% more likely to financially outperform those with lower representation. This highlights the importance of #diversity and #inclusion at all levels - let's work together to encourage more of such in the ICT sector.    Our VP Public Policy, Eke Vermeer, featured in a Euractiv Op-Ed on this topic & wider connectivity sector issues last month - take a look here: https://lnkd.in/e-iT7Yfe

We’re delighted to launch our 2023 People Planet Progress Report. Through our strategy, we're committed to making a positive impact on some of the most important issues facing #society, our #communities, and our #environment. Here, our CEO Mike Fries talks about the importance of our priorities and progress toward #sustainability and social impact matters. Read the full report here ➡ https://bit.ly/46cNMut

Our country operations aim to make a positive impact on economies and societies alike. Our #connectivity solutions are at the forefront of #innovation, ensuring we empower both businesses and consumers with the best possible services. Check out our highlights from last month:   💡 Virgin Media O2 launches Brand ID, a free anti-scam caller identification feature that provides millions of customers with greater confidence by identifying the organisations behind incoming calls. 💡 VodafoneZiggo's Business Unit announces a partnership with nlgroeit aimed at helping entrepreneurs with growth and innovation through advanced technologies and knowledge exchange. 💡 Sunrise GmbH gains a platinum medal from EcoVadis for its sustainability achievements like improved resource efficiency, sustainable product packaging, and commitment to digital inclusion.

A raft of insights into the AI policy & regulatory landscape came from our “Wired for AI” panel event in Brussels this week. Take a look at the key takeaways and find the link to the full report here ⬇️