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CROSS-SPECTRUM
Widespread BT service disruption reported across the United Kingdom
Customers of BT experienced broadband and phone outages early Wednesday, with hundreds of problem reports logged on Down Detector.
In the early hours of Wednesday, users of BT's broadband, telephone and TV services reported interruptions. Down Detector recorded at least 331 issue reports by 1:37 am. The outage appears to be affecting multiple regions throughout the UK. BT has not yet issued a detailed explanation, but the situation is being monitored as a live event.
Why it matters
A major telecom outage can disrupt daily activities, business operations, and emergency communications for many people.
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