spot frequency for sending large quantities of data required for services such as video messaging. "A number of organisations have expressed interest in acquiring a licence to use these bands," Ofcom said. "We have been encouraged by the strong interest from many different organisers who have suggested a range of potentially valuable new services for consumers and businesses." The regulator said the auction would consist of a single round of sealed bids for the award of between seven and 12 low-power licences, with only one licence permitted per bidder.