In a pioneering move, residents of Papa Westray in Orkney, UK, are now benefiting from full fibre broadband delivered through the island’s community-owned drinking water pipes. This innovative approach, which avoids the disruptive process of traditional cable laying, has transformed connectivity for the local population, allowing opportunities such as remote medical appointments and gaming. The project, taking eight months to complete, was spearheaded by local contractors CloudNet and could serve as a model for similar initiatives in other remote areas. Local farmer Ian Cursiter reflects on how the broadband has significantly improved his daily life.