Winter Hill Transmitter could be turned off despite 'national emergencies' warnings

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Conservative Party politician Sir Gavin Williamson asked Ms Nandy to update

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The mast could cease to operate as early as 2034 but it's argued that such technology plays a role in 'national resilience'

Winter Hill Transmitter could be turned off despite 'national emergencies' warnings

The Winter Hill Transmitter, which towers over the Bolton skyline and serves more than three million people, could be cut off.