Watch: Firefighters battle 5G mast blaze in Beechmount area of west Belfast
The telecom industry is considering installing preventative measures, such as fencing, to help protect 5G masts in west Belfast from arson attacks, Stormont’s economy minister has said.
Since June 2023, a total of 26 5G masts in west Belfast have been set on fire, costing millions in damage and disrupting phone service.