Ofcom has suspended work on proposed new regulations for the communications industry during the coronavirus outbreak and has issued advice to consumers who are more reliant on their broadband service during current traffic restrictions. In a television address earlier this week, Prime Minister Boris Johnson ordered the public to stay home as well as buy "essential items" or exercise "once a day". The police will disperse groups of more than two participants, in addition to those who live together or as a family, and violators will be fined. This means that most of the country is working from home, while children and students use the Internet for educational purposes. Inevitably, this puts further pressure on the UK's communications infrastructure. Ofcom welcomed measures taken by companies in the sectors it regulates during an "unprecedented" period for the country, none of the efforts to make networks more resilient and the extra allowances given to customers. He added that he would continue to work with industries to ensure that consumers, key workers and emergency services are well served. Ofcom will take a more pragmatic approach to regulation, taking into account the difficulties of the situation. But he cautioned that Chickadee would continue to uphold its guiding principle of ensuring fairness for customers. In the meantime, the regulatory calendar will be postponed and a revised version will be published at the end of April. Meanwhile, Ofcom has confirmed that all consultation periods have been suspended and mandatory obligations have been delayed. The watchdog is also launching a national campaign to advise consumers on communicating during the crisis. Among the tips, it is recommended to use Wi-Fi calling whenever possible, move the router away from other devices and plug it directly into the main jack of the phone. It also suggests that people do not use microwaves while others engage in important activities. "Families across the country are connecting this week, often juggling work and keeping the kids busy at the same time," Ofcom chief executive Melanie Dawes said. "So we encourage people to read our tips for getting the most out of their broadband, cell phones, and cell phones, and share them with friends, family, and colleagues to help them stay connected. also ". “Right now, we need people to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives. Reliable internet speeds will be crucial for us to work from home as much as possible, keep in touch with our families and keep up with the latest health information," added Digital Secretary Oliver Dowden.