Vodafone Ltd and Telefónica UK Ltd, in conjunction with Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd (CTIL) are proposing to share the existing electronic communications site on Hollymeoak Road, which is managed by Cellnex.
The letter I've received detailing what this means is attached, in brief:
- There is a specific need for new apparatus to deliver 5G mobile connectivity to meet the Government’s Digital Strategy and bring about the significant benefits associated with this advanced next generation mobile connectivity.
- The operators already have a base station operating from the site with services integrated into their wider mobile networks, so the option of developing an alternative site is not a realistic proposition as it would cause undue delay and disruption to 5G mobile connectivity in the area.
- The proposed development therefore entails replacing/installing onto the rooftop.
- The provision of 5G requires more antennas due to the need to ensure resilient coverage and in some locations, particularly towns and cities, the operators may need additional antennas simply to meet network capacity requirements.
- The new 5G apparatus will operate at higher power levels than earlier generations and as such the apparatus will need to be elevated higher off building rooftops to ensure public exclusion zones can be maintained.
Councillors have been asked to reply within 14 days with our views - please do get in touch if you have any concerns or comments: [email protected].
