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145 mobile phone masts upgraded across the UK to improve rural connectivity

14 Aug 2026 · Originally published 14 Aug 2026 9/10 Original headline: July 2026 – 145 new UK Government funded mobile phone mast upgrades live
The UK government's Shared Rural Network programme has upgraded 145 existing mobile masts to provide 4G coverage from all four major network operators. By using existing infrastructure, these sites now offer better connectivity to residents, businesses, and visitors in rural areas without the need for new construction.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK National
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