A telecoms company is appealing against a prior refusal to build a 20 metre 5G mast in a local park. 

Mobile Broadband Network Limited had previously applied for planning permission to set up the antenna, with four transmission dishes, at Vauxhall Park. 

According to the plans, the area would “benefit from improved 5G network coverage” so more mobile phones users will have a faster and more reliable internet connection. 

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However, Woodley Town Council members supported local residents in objecting to the application after there had been in excess of 200 complaints. 

 

A local community group is now asking residents to again voice their concerns about the plan ahead of the appeal. 

One community group member said: “It is inappropriate to put this station anywhere other than in an industrial setting.” 

Another said: “It has taken ages to bring people into the top end of the precinct both shops and customers. This station would interfere with this and impact on town centre events and local residents.” 

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Others less opposed to the proposal said: “in order to have good signal you need masts. Everyone wants signal but no masts.” 

People have until May 12 to lodge their objections to the Woodley mast plans before the appeal process concludes. 

Those wanting to have their say can do so here.