New campaign to dispel 5G health myths launched

Although 81% said they condemned the recent conspiracy theories linking 5G to the coronavirus, nearly half of those asked stated they were uncertain about the benefits of the new technology.

A man plays football in front of graffiti reading Stop 5G Paranoia on Wanstead Flats in east London, England. Picture: Victoria Jones/PA

A public information campaign designed to dispel myths around 5G and ease concerns around the technology has been launched by the mobile industry’s trade body.

Mobile UK, which represents the four major UK and Ireland networks – EE, O2, Three and Vodafone – has started the #5GCheckTheFacts campaign to combat misinformation online around 5G.