Method and apparatus for network resource allocation

A resource manager for managing allocation of network resources at a site in a communication network, the resource manager comprising a processor and a memory, the memory containing instructions executable by the processor such that the resource manager is operable to:

• receive a notification of an event occurring at a network entity, the network entity being associated with the site and with a network operator, wherein the event comprises at least one of a performance event, a fault event or an update event;
• determine an implication of the notified event for traffic flow in the network;
• determine, on the basis of the implication of the notified event for traffic flow in the network, an operational requirement to compensate for the event;
• obtain configuration information for fulfilment of the operational requirement;
• instruct an infrastructure manager for the site to allocate network resources in accordance with the obtained configuration information in order to satisfy the operational requirement;
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• on receipt of confirmation from the infrastructure manager that at least a part of the instructed resources has been allocated, update a distributed record of network resource allocation with the allocated resources.