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<p>The Government is committed to the delivery of world-class digital infrastructure,
including 5G, across the UK. Our ambition is for the majority of the population to
have access to a 5G signal by 2027.</p><p>All four mobile network operators have launched
5G networks, with 5G services now available in over 100 towns and cities across the
UK. Whilst the vast majority of investment in 5G will be made by industry, the department
is funding the research and trials of 5G networks through the £200m 5G Testbeds and
Trials Programme which invests in targeted projects across the UK to build the commercial
case for 5G.</p><p>The Government is also committed to reducing the barriers to the
deployment of mobile infrastructure. As part of this, the Government has announced
that, subject to a technical consultation, it intends to take forward reforms to the
planning system to support the deployment of 5G and extend mobile coverage. The Government
also intends to consult on whether changes to the Electronic Communications Code are
needed to support these aims.</p><p> </p>
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