Mobile UK, the trade body representing the UK’s four mobile network operators, and the Mobile Infrastructure Forum (MIF), comprised of the four major operators of shared macro wireless infrastructure, are calling on all political parties to step up on their commitments to delivering national connectivity by adopting a six-point planning framework for reform.

Combe, West Berkshire, is the location of Vodafone's 200th SRN mast.

This Friday, May 17th, marks World Telecommunication and Information Society Day! This annual awareness day celebrates the power of digital innovation in advancing sustainable development and prosperity for all.

Eight government-funded mast upgrades have now been activated as part of the Shared Rural Network (SRN) – a £1 billion programme brokered by the government and joint-funded with mobile network operators to improve mobile coverage in rural areas. This includes six in Wales.

A positive investment environment is vital to ensure the UK is in the strongest position to spur investment in critical national infrastructures to provide the connectivity the UK requires, according to Gavin Winbanks of White Hawk Green, our latest guest on the Live Better Connected podcast.

New report highlights a £25 billion investment gap and says that if it is not plugged the UK will struggle to reap the benefits of 5G

The UK’s mobile network operators and the wider industry are committed to improving and enhancing coverage and capacity across the UK to ensure we realise our national ambition to be a world leader in mobile connectivity. This is essential for the prosperity of our economy.

Have you ever wondered about the true value of mobile connectivity in our lives? It's not just about gigabytes and staying connected with friends.

UK mobile network operators are switching off their 3G UK networks as part of a broader strategy to enhance and future-proof mobile services across the UK.

In the heart of the festive season, grab your mince pies, set up your fireplace as we unwrap the magic of mobile connectivity at Christmas. Beyond the twinkling lights and cheery tunes, mobile tech plays a crucial role in linking us with our loved ones.

Try out Mobile UK’s interactive landscape challenge to see how connected you are.

Mobile UK, the industry body for the UK’s Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), has launched ‘Live Better Connected’, a brand-new campaign designed to educate people and improve awareness about how individuals and society as a whole rely on mobile connectivity.

We are thrilled to announce that our Digital Champions campaign has been nominated in the ‘Campaign of the Year’ category in the upcoming Mobile Industry Awards 2023.

Hamish MacLeod, Mobile UK’s Chief Executive, gave a keynote speech at the Westminster eForum policy conference, discussing the next steps for the UK mobile industry. He pointed to the Government’s upcoming Wireless Infrastructure Strategy, as important to both the industry and the Government’s ambitions to deploy advanced next generation 5G networks. Hamish was joined by Director of Mobile Network Strategy at Ofcom, Brian Potterill.

As an industry we understand many of our customers are impacted by the cost-of-living crisis. We are committed to doing our part to support customers most affected and all four UK mobile network operators have introduced several ways to help vulnerable customers.

Mobile UK's new report suggests that councils should be putting digital at the heart of their social care delivery strategies.

Mobile network operators, alongside the wider telecoms industry, have come together and agreed with the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport, the Rt Hon Nadine Dorries MP, and the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, the Rt Hon Steve Barclay MP, a set of commitments to support and protect vulnerable customers who are struggling with their bills due to the cost-of-living crisis, and to help them remain connected. 

It should not become the norm for customers to be left in the dark about mid-contract price rises. With the cost-of-living crisis, it’s time that Ofcom intervenes so that people can have certainty when it comes to their bills.