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Two of the major mobile phone companies say they plan to improve their network in the Western Isles.

 

Telecoms firm 02 plans to build 13 new mobile phone masts on top of upgrading a further 16 existing installations by 2017.

 

Mobile operators EE say they will also be investing heavily in the network, swapping the old 2G kit with with new hardware and adding 4G in areas where 2G is currently.

 

The firms revealed their plans to MP Angus MacNeil after he pressed them to improve mobile signals inthe islands.

 

Mr Angus MacNeil said: “We are all very aware that mobile telephones are no longer a luxury. In the islands we have we have been left behind badly by the UK government’s approach to mobile coverage.”

 

“However, I am heartened by the positive responses I have received to date, from mobile operators.

 

“2G and 3G coverage has failed miserably in the Western Isles and I have and will continue to maintain pressure on the UK Government on the issue of the badly needed 4G coverage in our islands.

 

 

Isles mobile phone networks in line for upgrades

 

15 June 2015