David Hendon

Professor David Hendon is a Visiting Professor at the University of Surrey's Institute for Communication Systems. He concurrently serves as a part-time Senior Advisor at Ofcom, focusing on spectrum management, international strategy, and network resilience. He chairs the 4G/TV Co-existence Oversight Board (established by DCMS) and sits on the Smart Meters Steering Group and Strategic Reference Group at DECC. He is also a non-executive director at Continuum Bridge Ltd and MAC Ltd.

His career spans decades in telecommunications policy and regulation. Previously, he was a Director in the UK Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (BIS) from 2002–2011, overseeing policy for electronic communications and ICT sectors. Earlier roles include CEO of the Radiocommunications Agency (predecessor to Ofcom’s spectrum management) and Chairman of the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) Board.

Research interests center on telecommunications infrastructure governance, spectrum allocation strategies, and resilience frameworks for modern networks. His advisory work bridges academia, government, and industry, particularly in 5G integration and cross-sectoral policy challenges.

Professional activities include leadership roles in sector-specific boards and steering groups, reflecting his dual focus on technical standards and regulatory frameworks. No specific grants or awards are highlighted in the text, though his extensive advisory roles suggest impactful contributions to national and European policy landscapes.