HOMEOWNERS in the new Filands View development will be able to access ultrafast broadband following an agreement between Virgin Media and Bloor Homes.

The partnership, which was agreed on Friday, October 28, means that more than 2,000 homeowners across Bloor Homes sites including Filands View will have access to fast internet connection.

Chris Burton, Group Commercial Director at Bloor Homes, said: "Ultrafast broadband access and engaging entertainment sit at the heart of any leading-edge household today. We build every home with its future owners in mind so I'm delighted to be working with Virgin Media. Together we will ensure our customers can get the best home technology and are able to make the most of a connected digital home first hand."

The agreement, which was sparked by an investigation into broadband speeds, will be funded by Virgin Media's £3 billion Project Lightning network expansion initiative.

Paul Buttery, Chief Operating Officer at Virgin Media, said: "We’re delighted to have signed a nationwide agreement with Bloor, proving that Virgin Media has the backing and the people to create the connected homes people deserve. Bloor is among the first homebuilders to benefit from working with Virgin Media at scale and we look forward to our future together."