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Rural Connectivity Crisis Sparks Council Action in Norfolk

Norfolk County Council has deployed monitoring technology across its waste collection fleet to document mobile signal deficiencies in rural communities. Local officials are now pressing network operators for urgent improvements, declaring reliable connectivity “as important as electricity and water” for residents.

Monitoring Initiative Reveals Coverage Gaps

According to reports from local authorities, Norfolk County Council has taken innovative measures to document mobile connectivity issues across the region’s rural areas. Sources indicate the council installed specialized monitoring devices on its bin lorry fleet last year to systematically collect data on signal strength and download speeds throughout the county.

by Owen Holt
EnergyPolicy

Conservative Energy Strategy May Increase UK Carbon Output, Analysis Shows

Conservative energy plans focusing on North Sea expansion and climate law repeal may increase domestic emissions, sources indicate. The party argues global emissions might not necessarily rise despite domestic increases.

Energy Policy Shift Could Impact UK Carbon Targets

Conservative energy secretary Claire Coutinho has reportedly acknowledged that UK domestic emissions would likely increase under her party’s proposed energy strategy, according to recent podcast interviews. The Conservative plan would focus on lowering energy bills while expanding the UK’s fossil fuel sector in the North Sea, marking a significant departure from current climate policies.

by Harlow Wesley