"Time is running out to get the UK in shape to cope with the next wave of net use, says a report."
Source: BBC NEWS | Technology | Broadband challenge faces Britain
This is not new, but what is new is that they are now supporting UK customers.
"Every online merchant has two goals: sell more and spend less. Google Checkout™ is a new way to process transactions that helps you achieve both. Customers who use Checkout can buy from you quickly and securely, using a single username and password - and you can use Checkout to process their orders and charge their credit or debit cards."
Source: Google Checkout - Home