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Sarah Lumley

A better 5G network could boost UK economy by up to £5bn a year, experts predict

5G-enabled technologies will deliver significant improvements across society – including saving the NHS almost £1billion per year, according to new economic modelling.

The continued roll-out of 5G within the NHS will result in higher quality remote check-ups and patient monitoring, reducing the need for GP and hospital visits.

Energy and railways were identified as other key areas that will benefit from the roll-out, according to the modelling from economists at WPI Economics, commissioned by Vodafone UK.

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