The last two days have seen speculation over Ofcom’s decision on Mobile Termination Rates mount in the media. The Sunday Times led the way with a great piece yesterday highlighting the fact that MTRs contribute to ‘excessive profits’ for mobile operators. It also includes a quote from our partner BT detailing the benefits the company would be able to pass on to its customers should MTRs be reduced.

This was followed up today by The Guardian, The Telegraph, City Am, The Metro and a comprehensive piece in the Daily Mail. This piece includes a quote from Ofcom’s Chief Executive Ed Richards from last year claiming that as a result of the controversy surrounding high MTRs, Ofcom will examine the issue very carefully. It also details the savings UK consumers would stand to benefit from should MTRs be reduced.

It is encouraging to see there has been so much media interest in the issue already ahead of the announcement later this week.