To deliver the programme, the mobile network operators (MNOs) will invest in upgrading their existing network, shared infrastructure and new phone masts. This will eliminate the majority of partial not-spots – areas where there is currently coverage from at least one, but not all operators.
The Government is providing additional investment to eliminate total not-spots – those hard-to-reach areas where there is currently no coverage from any operator.
Combined, this will result 95% of the country receiving good 4G coverage from at least one operator, boosting productivity and investment in rural areas.
