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Written question asked by Alec Shelbrooke (Conservative) on Tuesday, 1 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 April 2025. It was answered by Diana Johnson (Labour) on Wednesday, 9 April 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.


Emergency Services Network: Wetherby and Easingwold

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what discussions her Department has had with (a) BT, (b) EE and (c) other operators on ensuring the adequacy of Emergency Services Network coverage around Kilburn in Wetherby and Easingwold constituency.

Answer

The Emergency Services Mobile Communication Programme (ESMCP) managed by the Home Office uses BT EE as a mobile service provider for the deployment of associated infrastructure and provision of the Emergency Services Network (ESN).

There are regular formal, governed engagements and meetings to discuss progress with BT EE on coverage issues, and the Programme remains on track to deliver effective coverage for all emergency services across the whole of the UK.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
43041
Session
2024-26
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Emergency services network Wetherby and Easingwold
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk