UK government backs £1bn Shared Rural Network to boost mobile connectivity.

The deal was originally proposed by the UK's four mobile network operators as an alternative to the proposed caveats that would have accompanied their 5G rollouts.

The UK government has agreed a £1 billion deal with the UK's big four mobile network operators to launch a shared rural network, to boost coverage across rural areas of the country.

As part of the agreement UK MNOs will be obliged to provide 4G mobile network coverage to 95 per cent of the UK by 2025 through a shared network of new and existing masts.

"We are determined to make sure no part of the country is left behind when it comes to mobile connectivity. We are closing in on a deal with the mobile network operators so those living in rural areas will be able to get the fast and reliable mobile coverage they need and deserve," said the UK's Digital Minister, Nicky Morgan.



By Chris Kelly.
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