Shrewsbury continues to be held back by serious gaps in mobile coverage and fibre connectivity. While national telecom providers channel the majority of their investment into major cities, rural areas like ours are too often left behind; despite the fact that Shrewsbury offers huge potential, strong economic performance and a clear return on investment.

For local businesses, this isn’t just an inconvenience. Patchy signal and slow data speeds affect productivity, customer service, innovation, and the ability to compete on a national and global stage.

But right now, things can change.

A Critical Opportunity: The Government’s Mobile Market Review

The Government is reviewing the way the UK’s mobile market operates, with the aim of understanding:

  • where coverage is weakest
  • what barriers exist to network investment
  • how policy and regulation can be improved
  • and how to ensure rural areas like Shropshire are not left behind

This is our chance to influence future decisions, but only if our business community speaks up.

Why Your Voice Matters

Shropshire’s business community is diverse, resilient, and ambitious. From advanced manufacturing to tourism, professional services to retail, our county depends on strong digital infrastructure to thrive.

When Shropshire businesses respond to consultations like this, it strengthens the case for:

  • better mobile coverage
  • improved 5G rollout
  • fair investment in rural areas
  • more reliable connectivity for homes and workplaces

Every response adds weight. Every voice helps.

Have Your Say

We’re urging all Shropshire Chamber members to take part in the Mobile Market Review and share their real‑world experiences of how poor mobile connectivity impacts your operations.

Take part here: Mobile Markets Review (MMR)

Or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Whether you’re experiencing dropped calls, slow data speeds, dead zones, or delays caused by poor connectivity, your input genuinely matters.

We’re Here to Support You

If you need any help completing the review or would like to feed your views through the Chamber, our policy team is ready to assist.