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.