Residents slam 5G mast plan near their tight-knit Telford community

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By David TooleyTelfordEnvironmentPublished: Jun 3, 2023Comments

Residents are up in arms over plans for a 5G mast near their tight-knit Telford community of homes.

A plan has been lodged with Telford & Wrekin Council for the installation of a 15m (49ft) high slim-line monopole with six antennas and three equipment cabinets on land opposite the access to the University of Wolverhampton, in Shifnal Road, Priorslee.

By David Tooley

Senior Reporter@TooleyMedia

Senior reporter at the Shropshire Star, focusing on the south of the county. Got a story? Get in touch at david.tooley@mnamedia.co.uk.

Residents slam 5G mast plan near their tight-knit Telford community

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