(1) Universal access includes

(a) access, through broad geographic coverage, to community- based broadband information and communication services that include voice, data services, access to the internet, local relevant content, community radio and Government services, that are affordable and of high quality,

(b) signal coverage of mobile and broadcast networks throughout remote regions, and

(c) access to the services in paragraphs (a) and (b) by kindergarten, first and second cycle institutions, community colleges, universities, community health facilities, hospitals, telecentres and any other public or private community centres.

(2) In accordance with the policy established by the Minister, the Authority shall determine

(a) the manner in which universal access shall be provided, and

(b) the obligations, if any, of the providers and users of the service.

(3) The Authority may, with the approval of the Minister, require

(a) a provider of a private electronic communications service, closed user group service or value added service, and

(b) the users of these services and of any other electronic communications service to contribute to the funding of universal access.

(4) The obligation to provide and contribute to the funding of universal access shall be determined in a transparent manner and on a non-discriminatory basis between similarly situated providers of electronic communications services and users.