10 December 2025

Cellnex UK has announced a new partnership with Harrow Council in London to deploy Small Cell technology throughout the borough.

The initiative aims to address mobile connectivity blackspots around busy high streets and transport hubs by installing small, shoebox-sized base stations on street furniture such as lampposts, CCTV poles, and old payphone kiosks. These Small Cells deliver targeted coverage of up to approximately 100m, making them ideal for dense urban environments where reliable 4G and 5G connectivity is essential.

Cellnex UK has previously collaborated with councils in Hounslow and Swansea on similar projects, and their expansion into Harrow indicates that these efforts are showing promising results. The Small Cells are designed to be open access, allowing any mobile operator to utilise them at wholesale once they are installed, fostering a more competitive and comprehensive mobile network.

“Reliable 4G and 5G is no longer a luxury but a necessity. We know it can be frustrating trying to use data or connect to mobile signal in busy areas. That’s why we’re putting residents and businesses first by bringing better connectivity to help people carry out their day-to-day activities while on the go. This partnership helps to deliver Harrow’s Digital Infrastructure Strategy, which aims to support the rollout of advanced mobile networks and full-fibre broadband to foster economic growth, boost digital inclusion, and attract private investment,” said Councillor Norman Stevenson.