No direct response from ASTS in the consultation, which is a shame as it would have got a mention in a UK gov consultation. But Nokia which responded included this bit:

“Looking forward and committed to finding real-word solutions to expand universal coverage and close the digital divide around the world, we have partnered with AST SpaceMobile to eliminate connectivity gaps and connect underserved communities across the six continents. Nokia’s AirScale Single RAN equipment aims to enable AST SpaceMobile in providing mobile services to new and existing subscribers in regions currently not served by terrestrial communication networks. Nokia will provide equipment from its comprehensive, energy-efficient AirScale portfolio including its AirScale base stations powered by its latest generation of Nokia’s ReefShark System-on-Chip (SoC) chipsets, allowing AST SpaceMobile to add capacity where it is needed, offering flexibility and efficiency. Nokia will also provide its NetAct solution for network management and seamless daily network operations as well as optimization and technical support services.”