Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of any potential health risks arising from the roll-out of 5G; and if he will place a copy of the latest research in the Library.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) provides advice on potential health risks and protection from exposure to the radio waves from telecommunications systems, including those providing 5G services. Its latest advice based on the available research is available at the following link:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/5g-technologies-radio-waves-and-health/5g-technologies-radio-waves-and-health

Based on an assessment of the evidence, the UKHSA has concluded it is possible that there may be a small increase in overall exposure to radio waves when 5G is added to an existing network or in a new area. However, the overall exposure is expected to remain low relative to international guidelines on limiting exposure and, as such, there should be no consequences for public health. The UKHSA continues to review the evidence applicable to 5G and other radio technologies and will update its advice as necessary.