The UK's new emergency alert system launches this Sunday, promising to warn millions of citizens of imminent danger. But critics raise serious concerns over privacy, safety for abuse victims, and the potential for 'nanny state' overreach.
A Labour frontbencher has been forced to publicly deny allegations that the government's bungled national emergency alert test was deliberately missed or sabotaged, following accusations from Reform UK's Richard Tice.
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Exclusive: A government emergency alert test accidentally triggered a major security incident at one of London's busiest transport hubs, raising serious questions about system safety.
The UK government's first nationwide emergency alert test descended into chaos as millions of Brits slammed the 'shrill' and 'unnecessary' 10am siren that interrupted their Sunday. Critics blast the £25m system as a costly gimmick with serious safety flaw
The UK government successfully tested its new nationwide emergency alert system, sending a siren-like message to tens of millions of mobile phones across the country in a landmark rehearsal for future crises.
Exclusive investigation reveals why the UK's new emergency alert system failed to reach many users today, from software issues to network settings. Find out if your device is affected.
The UK government has announced a crucial nationwide test of its new emergency alert system, sending a message to every compatible Samsung Galaxy and smartphone in the country. Here's what you need to know.
The UK government will test its new nationwide emergency alert system today at 3pm. Ministers urge the public to remain calm and simply acknowledge the message on their mobile phones.
Millions of UK mobiles will blare a siren in a major government test of a new public warning system. Here's the full list of who will and won't receive the alert.
The UK government is testing a new emergency alert system this Sunday, 23rd April. Find out what to expect and how it will affect every mobile phone in the country.
The UK government will test its new emergency alarm system this Sunday. Find out exactly when your phone will sound and how to opt-out if you need to.
Millions across the UK will receive a loud, 10-second emergency alert on their mobiles this Sunday at 3pm. The government test aims to revolutionise public safety during life-threatening events like floods or terror attacks.
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Exclusive: The UK's national emergency alert system, currently used for life-threatening events, is set to expand to deliver crucial public service information directly to citizens' smartphones, raising both possibilities and privacy concerns.
The UK government's nationwide emergency alert test this Sunday at 3pm will cause disruptions to live sports including Premier League football and County Championship cricket matches, with stadiums preparing for the mass notification.
The UK government will test its new nationwide emergency alert system this Sunday, April 23rd, at 3pm. Every compatible mobile phone will receive a loud, siren-like warning. Here is everything you need to know about the test and how to opt out if necessar
The UK government will test its new nationwide emergency alert system this Sunday, 23rd April, sending a loud siren-like message to every compatible mobile phone. Find out what to expect and how it works.
The UK government will test its new emergency alert system this Sunday, sending a loud siren and message to millions of mobile phones. Find out why it's happening and how it works.
London's iconic Shakespeare's Globe Theatre was abruptly evacuated after an emergency alert test from the UK government mistakenly blared during a live performance, causing confusion and alarm among actors and audience members.
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Exclusive insight into the UK government's unprecedented nationwide emergency alert test, a system designed for true national catastrophes, from nuclear war to pandemics. What you need to know about the protocol and the public's reaction.
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The UK government is conducting a major test of its emergency alert system this Sunday. Find out how to opt-in to receive the potentially alarming 'Armageddon'-style warning on your mobile device and what it means for national security.