EU commission mandates an additional 120MHz for technology agnostic 4G wireless networks
The Commission Decision mandates the flexible use of the 1920-1980 MHz and 2110-2170 MHz band for electronic communication services in the EU based on advanced wireless technologies, such as LTE and further advanced technologies.
“Introducing flexibility of use in spectrum bands by removing technology restrictions offers a cost-effective way for deploying advanced wireless infrastructure in response to market demand.”
http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1170_en.htm
https://ec.europa.eu/digital-agenda/en/news/commission-implementing-decision-c2012-7697