Cameron calls for universal broadband

Every UK household should have access to ultra-fast broadband within a decade, David Cameron is due to say.

The Conservative leader will make his claim as his party releases two independent policy reports on how his party could help firms in the green technology business.

Referring to the UK's internet speeds as "some of the slowest... in the developed world", he will claim that his party "will do everything" to provide fibre access for all within ten years.

"Fibre optic broadband is changing the way people work and do business, and it has the potential to completely transform our economy," Mr Cameron will say.

"It could open up new markets for our creative industries, promote innovation, create new, family-friendly jobs as people can work from home - and help reduce carbon emissions."

In December, internet service providers signed up to a voluntary code of practice - set up by industry watchdog Ofcom - which aims to ensure consumers are not misled over the kind of broadband speeds they can expect from their service.