Branscombe could be getting an upgraded 5G internet connection, if plans are approved by planning officers. 

Document 24/0756/FUL includes the installation of three antennas, one transmission dish, and an equipment cabinet on a rooftop at Telecommunications Mast Branscombe Water Tower (Opp Kings Down Tail) Branscombe.

The company responsible for the rollout of 5G in the UK, Cornerstone says the new equipment will deliver reliable and faster networks of the future. The technology will be integrated across buildings, transport and utilities.

The application states: "The new technology will provide enormous benefits for citizens, businesses and urban regions alike. 5G will also offer a new level of underlying connectivity to transform services and create new digital ecosystems."

The digital network development includes 2G 2G digital networks developed in the early 1990s, the technology enabled phones to interconnect to other networks throughout Europe and internationally.

3G In 2000, the ‘Third Generation’ mobile telecommunications service was launched, this allowed broadband access to the internet for mobile phones and laptop computer data card users.

4G 2013 saw the launch of 4G services on the network. This technology allows for ultra-fast speeds when browsing the internet, streaming videos or sending emails. It also enables faster downloads.

2019 saw the introduction of 5G services, with the Government’s ambition for the UK to become a world leader in this technology. 

There is an accompanying document with the application which talks about the health concerns contributed to the exposure of 5G radiation waves, 5G is broadcast using radio waves, Radiation is simply the release of energy, just like the light from the sun or heat from our bodies. Most radiation is considered harmless.

5G uses a specific frequency of radio waves, just like 4G and before that 3G. The exposure to these radio waves is very low. 

Read the full plans on the EDDC website, you can also comment on the plans via the portal.

The application was submitted to EDDC on May 21, and will be reviewed by planning officers before they decide to accept or refuse it.