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Solar Storms Pose Risks to Under-Prepared UK, Watchdog Says

By Joe WertzBloomberg TechnologyMar 20, 2026
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A government watchdog has warned that the UK is inadequately prepared for severe solar storms, which could disrupt power systems, air travel, and mobile networks, potentially leading to billions in economic losses. This highlights the urgent need for improved infrastructure and contingency planning to mitigate the risks associated with space weather events.

Solar Storms Pose Risks to Under-Prepared UK, Watchdog Says

The UK is not fully prepared for a severe space weather event that could disrupt power systems, air travel and mobile networks, causing billions of economic losses, a government watchdog found.

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