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There are many (health implications). Current 3G and 4G technology is already proving to be dangerous and there have been numerous health effects associated with the technology, one example being an increase in cancer rates. As for 5G it is untested, so again we will be used as guinea pigs without our consent. That’s not all the technology is capable of; 5G appliances will monitor every use or your electric consumption, building up a picture of your service consumer habits and be able to track every move you make inside your home, which criminals may be able to hack into in order to burgle your home knowing your movements and when you are most likely to be out or away on holiday. Leon Brenchley, Keston The real question is … is it even optional? Do we, as a collective actually have a choice if would like 5G within our towns? Ra Quamina, Trinity Village When you say "implement 5G", does that mean the council (i.e. we) are paying something? Surely this new infrastructure should be an investment paid for by the network operators? I hope it's the latter - if it happens at all, because there are worrying health concerns (yet to be dispelled, in my opinion) associated with 5G. Phil Rowson, Petts Wood Bromley already has 5G towers up. I reckon it’s the network operators paying for this. However, if it is us paying for it, its all about moving forward with Connectivity Solutions. 4G will be the new base connection, possibly removing 3G. And 5G will be the newer and faster one. Speeds up to 100x, less density etc. For the internet lovers it makes a huge difference. Zack, Bromley Common Last month we asked for your views on Bromley Council introducing 5G connectivity throughout the borough. We put your comments, questions and concerns to Bromley Council – a selection of which are below – along with the council’s response…

We put the above points to Bromley Council, who replied... “We all recognise the importance of the internet and digital connectivity and how in many ways, it is directly linked to quality of life and economic growth. The council therefore wants to ensure that our residents and businesses have access to reliable high speed broadband and mobile wireless connections, utilising latest technology, that will serve their needs now and into the future. There is exciting potential here and we are therefore at the early stages of formulating a work plan that will secure private sector investment in gigabit capable broadband and mobile networks locally. As in all mobile telecommunication matters, the council is reliant on the government’s health advice - Public Health England’s published guidance finds that the restrictions in place over mobile network technology to manage exposure means that there are no consequences on health caused by these technologies. The council recently welcomed news that BT Openreach will be investing in full fibre broadband for Orpington, Farnborough and Biggin Hill. We are happy to update readers as work progresses.”

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