Ofcom says UK train mobile signal is widely poor
TL;DR
- Ofcom said mobile service on UK trains is typically poor in a new report.
- The UK regulator said poor train connectivity is a widespread problem for passengers.
- Ofcom called for action to improve mobile coverage and service quality on rail routes.
Ofcom said in a new report that mobile networks typically provide poor service quality to passengers on trains in the United Kingdom.
The regulator said poor signal on trains is a widespread problem across the UK rail network. The report focuses on the mobile experience of train passengers rather than isolated coverage gaps.
Ofcom called for action to address the problem and improve mobile connectivity for rail passengers in the United Kingdom. The source report does not provide further detail here on specific operators, routes, performance figures, or deadlines.
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- What did Ofcom say about mobile signal quality on trains in the UK?
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