The WiSpire scheme, which is aiming to extend broadband provision in rural areas by installing transmitters on church spires, has attracted complaints from anti Wi-Fi charity ElectroSensitivity UK. ElectroSensitivity UK has claimed electromagnetic fields can cause dry skin, chest pains and other symptoms.The organization said it is not opposed to the use of the technology in principle, but claimed research has shown several symptoms, including dry skin, chest pains and headaches, have been attributed to electromagnetic fields.ES-UK issued its complaint to the Diocese of Norwich, with chancellor Judge Paul Downes set to lead an inquiry into the scheme later this month. In the meantime, the wireless broadband project has been put on hold.Learn more from Cable.
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