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Ex-Busted Mobile Firm TPO Offers Shock Comeback Deal
26 Nov, 2025
Summary
- TPO, a budget mobile provider that collapsed six years ago, is relaunching.
- The revived company promises cash for recycling old phones and gadgets.
- A new unlimited data plan is offered for £15 per month on a rolling contract.

TPO, formerly known as The People's Operator, a budget mobile provider that abruptly ceased operations six years ago in early 2019, is preparing for a notable comeback. The company left approximately 15,000 customers without service when it collapsed. Now, TPO has quietly reactivated its online presence and appears poised for a full relaunch in the UK.
The revived TPO is reportedly supported by the telecoms firm Uplands Mobiles. It is re-entering the market with an emphasis on being an ethical network, incorporating an environmental initiative. The company plans to reward customers with cash for recycling old phones and electronic devices, aiming to reduce e-waste. Furthermore, TPO aims to fulfill its original mission by donating 10% of its profits to causes selected by its customers.
Currently, TPO is promoting a single plan: an eSIM offering unlimited calls, texts, and data for £15 per month under a flexible 30-day rolling contract. The company also mentions a 'transparent fair usage' policy, which it states will only apply in cases of extreme misuse. Details regarding the mobile network TPO will use for its signal remain unconfirmed, though references to multiple 'networks' suggest a potential roaming setup.