On June 18, 2026, the UK Communications Authority (Ofcom) passed an amendment to the direct-to-device regulatory framework. The main changes in this update include:
- The exemption broadens its scope to include a broader range of wireless telegraph equipment, especially IoT devices and mobile terminals operating via satellite links;
- New bands: 880.1–885.1 MHz and 925.1–930.1 MHz, with a new power limit of 33 dBm TRP;
- The power limit for the original frequency band (1710.1-1715.9 MHz UL, 1805.1-1810.9 MHz DL) is 30 dBm TRP.
Click this link to view the original regulatory update. The update will take effect on July 10, 2026.