5G debate to be held

Tuesday, 24 September 2019 07:04

By Leanne Cooke @leannelily18

The debate surrounding 5G mobile technology will be discussed on the Island next week.

Positive Action Group (PAG) is holding a public meeting in Douglas next Monday (September 30) on the matter and is inviting residents to hear more details on the subject.

Expert tesitmonies will be given by Professor Olle Johansson on radiation and health effects and Dr Erica Mallery-Blyth, Head of UK Non-Ionising and EHS Research Team.

It'll take place at the Manx Legion Club on Market Hill from 7.30pm on the day and is free to attend.

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