Huawei equipment to be removed from UK 5G network by 2027

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The decision was made at a meeting of the National Security Council chaired by Boris Johnson this morning.

File image featuring Huawei logo. Image: PA File image featuring Huawei logo. Image: PA CHINESE TECH GIANT Huawei’s equipment will be stripped from the UK’s 5G network by 2027, adding millions to the cost and delaying the delivery of the high-speed mobile network.

The National Security Council took the decision – which will increase tensions with Beijing – after the impact of US sanctions raised concerns about Huawei’s continued involvement in the UK’s 5G infrastructure.They will also be ordered to shift away from the purchase of Huawei’s equipment for full-fibre broadband networks over a period lasting up to two years.

The decisions were taken at a meeting of the National Security Council chaired by Boris Johnson this morning. It followed an assessment of the impact of US sanctions by experts from the National Cyber Security Centre. #Open journalism No news is bad news Support The Journal Your contributions will help us continue to deliver the stories that are important to youIn January, before the tough restrictions imposed by US President Donald Trump’s administration, Huawei had been allowed to play a limited role in the 5G network despite concerns that it was a “high risk” vendor because of its links to the Chinese government.

 

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