Written question WQ82556
- Asked by
- Natasha AsgharConservative
- To be answered by
- Minister for Climate Change
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 7 days
Question
Will the Minister make a statement of the rollout of 5G technology in Newport?
Answer
Answered by Deputy Minister for Climate Change
Telecommunications policy, including regulatory policy relating to the roll-out of 5G, is not a devolved matter. The roll out of 5G technology, infrastructure and services will be industry-led, predominantly by the Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). Full 5G coverage across the UK is not expected to be available until 2022/23 at the earliest. The roll out of 5G does not require public consent, although normal planning restrictions might apply for the erection of required infrastructure.