Following the release of our latest report, "Mobile Infrastructure Investment: The UK's Route to Growth," written by Assembly Research and commissioned by Mobile UK, we had a conversation with its author, James Robinson, Senior Analyst at Assembly Research, about its implications for the Government's growth agenda.

In this episode, we delve into how investment in mobile infrastructure offers the critical path to boosting the UK’s economy. It further highlights its importance in achieving national growth objectives, while also outlining the policy changes needed from Government to get there.

Considering the Case for Mobile Infrastructure Investment in the Context of Government Growth Plans

During our discussion, James shared his view that the UK has key opportunities to accelerate the deployment of mobile infrastructure and strengthen its economic foundations, directly supporting the Government's stated aims for economic expansion. We explore the ways the government might act to ensure mobile connectivity receives the attention it needs to fulfil its role in this strategy.

While positive discussions around planning reforms are happening, substantial progress may need a more direct focus on mobile connectivity as a driver of growth across the country, ensuring its alignment with the Government's overarching economic plans.

The Importance of Investing in Mobile Connectivity for Achieving Government Growth Targets

James points out that investment in mobile connectivity has a wide-ranging impact, benefiting both society and the economy by improving digital public services and helping various industries to evolve and innovate – all contributing significantly to the Government's ambitions for economic growth.

Every year, UK operators invested over £2 billion in growing and improving mobile and 5G networks. This investment contributes to economic growth and supports innovation in many different areas, aligning with the Government's focus on a prosperous future.

To hear more about Assembly Research’s findings from the report, highlighting the critical link between mobile networks and the Government's path to economic growth, tune in to the Live Better Connected Podcast on YouTube. You can also find the episode on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

To delve deeper into the benefits of mobile infrastructure investment, read the full report here.

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