List of key reasons why you might not receive a UK Emergency Alert

The UK's Emergency Alert system is set for a test run this weekend, with an alarm poised to reach millions of devices nationwide. This countrywide alert trial will allow the Government to ensure the system is functioning properly and that people are effectively notified in the event of a genuine emergency.

The system was previously tested on a national scale in April 2023 and has since been activated five times during emergencies such as Storm Darragh in December 2024, when gusty winds created hazardous conditions in certain regions.

During the 2023 alert system trial, some mobile phones on the Three network failed to receive the alert. Following the test, the Government pledged to rectify the issues so that everyone wou

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