6G
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, with reference to the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy, CP 1337, published on 23 June 2025, what his target date is for the rollout of 6G networks in the UK.
Answered by Ian Murray
The development of 6G technology is still in its early stages, and rollout timelines depend on the progress of the industry-led standardisation process. We expect that 6G technology will not be deployed anywhere globally until the early 2030s. Rollout of 6G networks in the UK will depend on commercial decisions of mobile network operators. The Government is committed to working with operators and others to support the health of the sector and the success of the ongoing rollout of 5G, so that the UK will be in a strong position for the transition to the next generation of mobile communications.
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