New Regulation on 5 GHz Radio Spectrum
On February 8th, 2022, the European Commission implemented decision 2022/179 on the harmonized use of the radio spectrum in the 5 GHz band for the implementation of wireless access systems, including radio local area networks.
This decision revokes Decision 2005/513/EC and harmonizes the conditions for the use of the frequency bands 5150-5250 MHz, 5250-5350 MHz, and 5470-5725 MHz for wireless access systems and radio local area networks (WAS/RLAN).
Additionally, it is mandated that EU member states must make these bands available for WAS/RLAN use by March 31st, 2022.