BT and Vodafone Set to Be Probed About How Good Their U.K. Mobile Coverage Really Is

Ofcom said EE overstated coverage while Vodafone understated
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By Rebecca Penty

October 2, 2018 at 2:38 PM UTC

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Britain’s communications regulator is investigating inaccuracies in mobile coverage claims by BT Group Plc and Vodafone Group Plc.

BT’s carrier EE overstated its third-generation wireless coverage in predictions provided to the regulator, particularly in rural areas, Ofcom said Tuesday in a statement. Vodafone, in contrast, understated its 4G coverage, especially in rural areas, Ofcom said.