North Lanarkshire Council notified of plans to install new 20-metre phone mast near Cumbernauld town centre

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North Lanarkshire Council has been notified of plans to install a new 20-metre phone mast near Cumbernauld town centre.A planning application from Mobile Broadband Network, provides details of the proposed tower, which would be located behind Cumbernauld Indoor Bowling Club.The tower would be equipped with nine antennae while at ground level four cabinets and other apparatus would be installed.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The application explains that this mast would replace another one close by, in order to provide the local area with various network services including 5G.The application was submitted under the Scottish Government’s rules on prior notification for Electronic Communication Code operators.

This means that planning procedures for companies installing digital infrastructure such as phone masts are different than in most other cases, as the government is promoting access to 5G networks.For additional information or to comment on this application, visit North Lanarkshire Council’s website and search for planning reference 25/00178/PAMAST. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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