Broadband network 'black holes' face counteractions according to the Commission, suggesting multiple strategies to tackle this issue.

In a recent discussion with Focus, the Green budget policy spokesman, Sven-Christian Kindler, expressed concern over the slow progress of the elimination of "white spots" in Germany's broadband network. The focus of the article, accompanied by a photo from the news agency dts Nachrichtenagentur, is on this very issue.

Since 2018, only 24 million euros out of a total budget of 4.1 billion euros for broadband network expansion have been drawn. This means that less than one percent of the funds have been utilised, a fact that Kindler criticised Infrastructure Minister Andreas Scheuer for. He stated that almost nothing has been disbursed from the approved funds, indicating a sluggish expansion of digital infrastructures in Germany.

Cities and municipalities, such as Nünchritz, Glaubitz, Zeithain, Röderaue, and the city of Gröditz, have received financial support from the 2.4 billion euros broadband subsidy program for eliminating "white spots". Deutsche Glasfaser has conducted promotional activities and started construction work in these areas to provide fiber optic connections.

A ministry spokeswoman defended the slow payout, arguing that a large portion of the funds would only be requested after the connections are completed. She also stated that the payout does not accurately reflect the progress of the broadband network expansion. Another spokeswoman from the ministry spoke to Focus, echoing similar sentiments.

The Green politician, Sven-Christian Kindler, also spoke to Focus about the slow progress of the broadband network expansion. He emphasised the need for swift action to ensure that all parts of Germany have access to reliable and fast broadband connections.

The image in the article is related to the broadband network expansion in Germany, featuring a cable shaft. The slow progress of the elimination of "white spots" in the broadband network is a key point in the article, raising questions about the pace of digital infrastructure development in the country.