What is the Shared Rural Network (SRN) in the UK?

The Shared Rural Network is a joint initiative between the UK government and mobile operators to improve mobile coverage in rural areas.

How many new mobile masts have been upgraded in the UK?

More than 105 mobile masts have been upgraded to provide 4G service in rural communities across Britain.

When will the UK achieve 95% 4G coverage?

The Shared Rural Network aims to achieve 95% 4G coverage across the UK by the year 2025.

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100+ New Mobile Masts Connect Remote UK

24 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Over 105 mobile masts upgraded, enhancing rural 4G.
Project benefits 9,500 homes and 400 businesses.
Shared Rural Network aims for 95% 4G coverage by 2025.

Connectivity in Britain's rural communities has seen a significant enhancement with the upgrade of over 105 mobile masts to provide 4G service. These improvements, distributed across Wales, Scotland, and England, will extend high-speed mobile connections to approximately 9,500 residential premises and 400 businesses, collectively covering an expansive area of over 1,550 square miles. This development is a key milestone for the Shared Rural Network (SRN) initiative.

The SRN, established in 2020 through a collaboration between the UK government and mobile operators like EE, Virgin Media O2, and Vodafone, is designed to improve rural mobile coverage. With an investment of up to £500 million from the government and a matching commitment from the industry, the project targets 95% 4G coverage across the UK by 2025. As of now, the SRN has already surpassed initial goals, achieving 96% 4G coverage nationwide.