Uswitch comments on government's latest Shared Rural Network announcement

Richard Neudegg, head of regulation at Uswitch.com, said: “It’s great to see the big four mobile networks come together with the government in a bid to improve rural notspots.

“Just this week Uswitch revealed how 40% of residents in rural areas regularly struggle with their mobile reception and are almost 50% more likely to suffer dropped calls than those in suburban areas.

“Bringing 4G coverage to 95% of the country would make a massive difference to millions of people.

“The sharing of masts by providers could greatly improve the coverage for residents in rural areas, while giving them a wider choice of networks and tariff options.

“If you’re having problems getting a good signal through your mobile reception, your best bet could be making calls over Wi-Fi instead. It’s easy to do, but you’ll need to make sure it’s supported by your mobile provider.

“However, before signing up to a new network check the provider’s coverage maps. It takes only five minutes and could help you find which mobile phone company has the best signal in your area.”

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Rory Stoves

Phone: 020 3872 5613

Email: rory.stoves@uswitch.com

Twitter: @UswitchPR

About Uswitch 

Uswitch is one of the UK’s top comparison websites for home services switching, including broadband, mobiles, SIM Only and insurance. We’ve saved consumers over £2.5 billion off their bills since we launched in September 2000.

In 2022, Uswitch launched its free mobile app, Utrack, to help consumers manage their home energy costs. By connecting to their smart meter, users can track their energy usage hourly, get dynamic insights and calculate potential savings with handy tips. 

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