With the UK Cabinet today meeting in Wales, Culture Minister Jeremy Hunt announced that a further £57 million will be made available for broadband investment to add to the £10 million announced earlier this year.
This follows the findings from the Welsh rural economy taskforce report which suggested that broadband was one of the most pressing concerns for rural and agricultural communities today.
This investment will allow the Welsh government to provide 90% of premises with access to superfast broadband and everyone with access to at least 2Mbps.
Cheryl Gillan, the Welsh Secretary, has said:
"I am delighted with this announcement which, with the new money we are providing to electrify the rail line to south Wales, shows our commitment to ensuring that Wales has the infrastructure it needs to grow.
"Boosting economic growth in Wales is my number one priority. We will continue to work in partnership with the Welsh Government on the delivery of super-fast broadband across Wales.
"Last week's Ofcom report into broadband provision highlighted the challenge facing us in Wales to ensure we improve provision for domestic and business users. Today's announcement will ensure broadband take-up and speed can be significantly improved, benefitting individuals and businesses."