VerbatimParliament, as it happens

UK Health Security Agency: 6G

Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 17 June 2025UIN 58318

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what guidance the Health Security Agency has issued on the potential impact of 6G masts on health.

Answered by Ashley Dalton

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) provides advice on any potential health risks and protection from exposure to the radio waves from telecommunications systems, including those planned to provide 6G services. Further information is available at the following link:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/electric-and-magnetic-fields-health-effects-of-exposure

The frequencies anticipated to be used by 6G systems will be well within the scope of the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection guidelines.

The UKHSA continues to review the developments applicable to radio technologies, including 6G, and will update its advice as necessary.

Verbatim has judged this answer against the question that was actually asked — answered, partly answered, or evaded. Sign in to see the verdict →

Open this question in Verbatim →

Every written question, searchable

155,000 questions tabled since the election, with the answer each department gave — and the ones still unanswered, with the clock running. Free to search.

Search written questions →Read on Verbatim