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Angus towns are flying ahead of two world-famous cities, when it comes to essential connectivity. Local residents and businesses in Montrose and Kirriemuir are set to benefit from full fibre broadband speeds at their fingertips.

Citing research from the Ookla Speed Test Global Index, Scottish independent broadband provider GoFibre is highlighting the world-beating speeds available on its network in towns or regions across Scotland, as it commits to playing its role in bringing the benefits of world-class full fibre broadband to communities in more rural areas.

On GoFibre’s network, Montrose residents get an average speed of 423Mbps, but Memphis is trailing far behind on just 182Mbps. Meanwhile, Kirriemuir residents enjoy 451Mbps, while Kansas can’t keep up with its speed of 375Mbps.

With ultra-fast broadband now so essential to our daily lives, GoFibre reckons Memphis would give up its guitars to rock Montrose’s Wi-Fi, and Kansas would swap its BBQ sauce for streaming like Kirriemuir.

In recent years, huge progress has been made to improve broadband connectivity for communities across Scotland.

GoFibre currently has over 6,000 premises ready to connect on its network in Montrose, and over 2,700 in Kirriemuir.

Around 63,000 more premises in the north east of Scotland will be able to access gigabit-capable broadband following the award of a contract to deliver the Project Gigabit rollout in the area.

Project Gigabit is the UK Government’s programme to enable hard-to-reach communities to access lightning-fast gigabit-capable broadband. The Scottish Government is playing a key role in delivering Project Gigabit procurements in Scotland by administering and managing the delivery of the contracts.

Boosting rural broadband is vital for powering the engine of local economies, opening up new markets for local businesses, making remote working a breeze, and sparking innovation and growth right across the country.

Neil Conaghan, CEO of GoFibre said:“Our campaign is a bit of fun, but it has a serious message. It’s about empowering people and places to realise their full potential.

“These speed comparisons show living in rural or semi-rural areas doesn’t have to be a disadvantage when towns, such as Montrose and Kirriemuir, are getting better connectivity than two world-famous American destinations.

“Whether you’re running a business, working from home, studying, getting through your admin or even gaming, it’s time you took advantage of the speeds at your fingertips.

“Anyone in Montrose or Kirriemuir who’s not yet signed up to GoFibre should check if you’re eligible right away – and relax in the knowledge your broadband is beating Memphis’ and Kansas’.”

GoFibre has grown from its Borders’ beginning to accelerate its rollout of full fibre broadband throughout Scotland and the north of England, having now connected over 120,000 premises.

Residents and potential customers are encouraged to sign up by visiting the GoFibre website.