NextBillion - An Initiative of the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan

Background

The gradual decommissioning of the 3G mobile network is currently in progress across the United Kingdom. While the 2G, 4G, and 5G networks will continue to operate, the phase-out of 3G will inevitably have adverse effects on certain segments of the population. For example, 3G SIM cards are integrated into various medical devices, highlighting a critical area of concern.

This online discussion aims to delve into the unforeseen repercussions of the 3G network’s cessation, explore effective strategies for alleviating these impacts, and discuss ways to foster greater public engagement with these ongoing developments.

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Moderator: Katie Hyson, Director of Thought Leadership and COO, Business Fights Poverty

Questions

1. In what ways will the 3G mobile network decommissioning affect vulnerable people?
2. In your experience how can we best engage vulnerable groups with these ongoing developments?
3. What kind of support would vulnerable customers need from their service provider as part of the 3G switch off?

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