This document discusses the Digital Catapult's Things Connected initiative to accelerate IoT innovation in the UK through establishing low power wide area network (LPWAN) testbeds. It notes that the UK is falling behind other countries that have established national LPWAN rollouts. The initiative aims to support local IoT sector growth by providing LPWAN test networks, training, and innovation support for UK SMEs. Six regional innovation hubs are planned in partnership with organizations such as Cambridge Wireless and Sensor City Liverpool to accelerate over 60 SMEs.