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20+ Years of Advocacy: From Local Cancer/Illness Clusters around Phone Masts to Global Action

Since the early 2000s, the EM Radiation Research Trust (RRT) has maintained a science-led approach to raising awareness of health risks associated with electromagnetic fields (EMFs), including from mobile phone masts, smart meters, and wireless infrastructure. RRT’s work spans local, national, and international advocacy, continually submitting evidence to government bodies. Our ongoing activities are accessible:

♦ Through our website: https://radiationresearch.org/ ♦ On our Facebook page: Facebook.

Early Parliamentary Engagement (2003–2006)

2003 – SCRAM Public Meeting, Sutton Coldfield

Eileen O’Connor and SCRAM (Seriously Concerned Residents Against Masts) organised the first public meeting in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands. The event brought together scientists from both sides of the UK debate on mobile phone mast safety and was chaired by Andrew Mitchell MP.
Watch the SCRAM Public Meeting (2003)

SCRAM Campaign Group
Photo of members of the SCRAM campaign group.

2003 – Launch of the EM Radiation Research Trust at Westminster

In 2003, the EM Radiation Research Trust was formally launched in Parliament, marking the transition from grassroots campaigning against local phone masts to a national charity with legal, scientific, and political influence.

A memorable photograph from the launch features Lawyer Mike Bell, campaigners Eileen O’Connor and Lynn Insdley, and Professor Gerard Hyland. Professor Hyland had already made international impact with his paper published in The Lancet Physics and biology of mobile telephony (The Lancet, 2000, Vol. 356, pp. 1833–1836). In this work, he highlighted low-intensity, pulsed microwaves exert subtle non-thermal biological influences demonstrating that current guidelines were inadequate. His research brought vital scientific weight to the newly founded charity.

The Trust also gained strong cross-party political backing from Dr. Ian Gibson MP who was widely regarded as one of the country’s leading cancer experts and Chair of the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee from 2001 to 2005, together with Andrew Mitchell MP and Joe Benton MP, alongside Dr. Caroline Lucas MEP and Jill Evans MEP, all of whom registered as trustees in its early years. Their support reflected growing political recognition of public concern over mobile phone masts and wireless radiation. Sadly, both Dr. Ian Gibson and Joe Benton have since passed away, but their early involvement together with that of their fellow trustees gave the Trust a firm foundation of credibility and influence that continues today.

2003–2004 – Wishaw Cancer Cluster & National Review

  • ♦Event: Residents in Wishaw, Sutton Coldfield, reported multiple cancers near a mobile phone mast.
  • ♦Action: Eileen O’Connor and SCRAM compiled the Wishaw Papers, combining research and testimonies.
  • ♦Impact: Minister Mike O’Brien ordered the National Radiological Protection Board (NRPB) to review the evidence.
    ♦Read the Wishaw Papers: https://radiationresearch.org/wishaw-papers/

21 May 2004 – House of Commons Debate

2004 – Questions Raised by Andrew Mitchell MP

  • ♦Action: Debate on mast siting and health, prompted by Wishaw cluster concerns.
    You can access the full Hansard transcript of this debate here:
  • 👉 Full Hansard transcript

Westminster
Photo of Eileen O’Connor with Andrew Mitchell MP.

January 10-14 2005 “Vote for Me” – ITV Political Reality TV Show

In January 2005, ITV aired Vote for Me, a “political Pop Idol” style reality show where contestants vied for the chance to stand as parliamentary candidates, with the public voting them off each night. Broadcast live from January 10–14, the show attracted significant national attention. Contestants were not allowed to be affiliated with any political party and could campaign on a single issue.

The judging panel included John Sergeant (former ITV political editor), Lorraine Kelly (television presenter), and Kelvin MacKenzie (former news editor), with Jonathan Maitland hosting.

Throughout the week, contestants faced political challenges testing their suitability for a political career. Eileen O’Connor reached the final campaigning on mobile phone masts and emerged as runner-up, demonstrating the power of public engagement through media platforms.

For more information, see the UKGameshows entry

July 2005 – Westminster Debate on Phone Masts

  • ♦Event: Packed debate organised by Lembit Opik MP at Westminster.
  • ♦Attendees: Campaigners, industry representatives, and government officials.
  • ♦Speakers:
    • Dr Michael Clark, UK Health Protection Agency
    • Dr Gerd Oberfeld, Public Health Department of Salzburg, advocating a precautionary approach based on scientific evidence
  • ♦Action: Eileen O’Connor joined the panel to provide evidence from community campaigns and research.
  • ♦Impact: Lembit Opik continued supporting the Radiation Research Trust and chaired a session at the 2008 RRT Conference.

Advisory Roles & European Policy (2006–2010)

2006–2008 RRT Director Eileen O’Connor’s Role: Member of the UK Health Protection Agency EMF Discussion Group chaired by Sir William Stewart, presenting community health concerns.

2007 – House of Commons Debate: Combating the Dangers of Wireless Technology (February 2007)

  • ♦Event: Organised and chaired a packed debate in the Attlee Room, Portcullis House, Westminster, London.
  • ♦Attendees: MPs, industry representatives, public campaigners, health officials, and media.
  • ♦Speakers:
    • Dr Ian Gibson, Labour MP
    • Dr George Carlo, Science and Public Policy Institute, Washington D.C., author of Cell Phones: Invisible Hazards in the Wireless Age, with over 150 publications in public health, workplace safety, and consumer protection
  • ♦Impact: The debate elevated awareness of wireless technology risks in Parliament and strengthened the RRT’s reputation as a credible, evidence-based advocacy organisation.

House of Commons
Photo featuring Andrew Mitchell MP, Eileen O’Connor, Dr George Carlo, and Dr Ian Gibson MP.

2007 – Meeting with David Davis MP, Westminster

  • ♦Event: Eileen O’Connor, Dr Gerd Oberfeld, and Mike Bell met with David Davis MP at Westminster.
  • ♦Focus: Discussing evidence on wireless radiation risks, precautionary approaches, and community health concerns.
  • ♦Impact: Helped build cross-party awareness of the emerging health and safety issues related to mobile phone masts and wireless technology.

September 2008 – RRT Conference, Royal Society, London

Event:
In September 2008, the Radiation Research Trust hosted a landmark two-day conference at the Royal Society in London, titled “EMF and Health – A Global Issue: Exploring Appropriate Precautionary Approaches.”

The event brought together internationally respected independent scientists and policy experts from organisations including ICNIRP, WHO, the Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, the UK Health Protection Agency, and the MTHR programme.

Each session was chaired by parliamentarians from across the political spectrum, including Ian Gibson Labour MP, Joe Benton Labour MP, Phil Willis Lib Dem MP, Andrew Mitchell Conservative MP, Dr Caroline Lucas Green Party MEP, Senator Mark Daly (Parliament of Ireland), and Lembit Öpik Lib Dem MP. This broad representation ensured the debate was balanced, inclusive, and transcended party politics.

The conference concluded with a formal dinner at the Palace of Westminster, underlining its political significance and reinforcing the vital link between independent science and policy-making.

2008 EMF Conference Presentations:
Full details of the presentations can be found here: [2008 EMF Conference Presentations ].

Action:
The 2008 Royal Society conference directly led to the formation of the EU EMF Discussion Group in 2009, creating a unique platform for parliamentarians, independent scientists, industry representatives, and health advocates to engage in constructive dialogue. Its aim was to bring both sides of the EMF debate together, promoting transparency and evidence-based discussion.

The conference also prompted an invitation from Norwegian rocket scientist Sissel Halmøy to collaborate with the RRT on a 2009 conference in Norway. That event united independent scientists and health advocates worldwide, resulting in the Seletun Resolution (Seletun Statement) and the launch of the International EMF Alliance (IEMFA), which Eileen O’Connor and co-founded and continues to serve as a board member.

Impact:
The 2008 conference set a precedent for balanced, cross-party, and global discussion on EMF risk assessment. While the hoped-for political action did not materialise despite strong scientific evidence and wide parliamentary engagement the event marked both a breakthrough in dialogue and a missed opportunity for decisive policy change. Nevertheless, it established an enduring foundation for international advocacy and collaboration between independent scientists.

2008 Radiation Research Trust Conference – Palace of Westminster
Photo of the speakers at the conference.

20 Feb 2009 – EU Commission DG SANCO Workshop, Brussels

  • ♦EMF and Health: Science and Policy to Address Public Concerns

♦Presentation:
Eileen O’Connor represented for the UK EMF Radiation Research Trust (RRT), making an emotional and evidence-based appeal for:

  • Increased EMF health research
  • Rapid publication of research outcomes
  • Public access to information on EMF source locations
  • Adoption of prudent avoidance strategies

She also proposed forming a small group of influential moderates to urgently reconcile disagreements among different EMF assessments.

Caroline Lucas MEP, then a trustee of the RRT, chaired a separate session and highlighted the European Parliament’s 2008 resolution on revising Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC. Caroline Lucas invited the RRT to provide input for the forthcoming EP report (Rapporteur: Ms Ries), linking independent advocacy directly to EU policymaking. Laurent Bontoux of DG SANCO also contributed, aiming to foster constructive dialogue on EMF policy.

♦Action:

  • Provided evidence-based input directly to EU policymakers
  • Connected independent advocacy with the EP’s own initiative report on EMF
  • Strengthened EU-level awareness of public concerns and precautionary approaches
  • Maintained momentum from prior advocacy, including the 2008 Royal Society conference

♦Impact:
The workshop reinforced the importance of transparency, evidence-based debate, and cross-stakeholder dialogue. While it highlighted potential pathways for constructive engagement, as with the UK Health Protection Agency EMF Discussion Group, the hoped-for reconciliation between opposing perspectives ultimately achieved little, emphasising the challenge of progress when key stakeholders are reluctant to consider independent science. Links:

EU Commission Workshop Report: EU Commission workshop report PDF

Eileen O’Connor’s presentation: Eileen O’Connor presentation PDF: “Why people are worried about EMF: a UK perspective”

RRT Contribution to the EU Ries Resolution 2009

♦ Action: RRT invited to submit details towards the Ries Resolution, calling for precautionary measures.

The European Parliament’s resolution on health concerns associated with electromagnetic fields (EMFs), adopted on 2 April 2009, underscores the need for precautionary measures in light of potential health risks. Recognising the widespread use of wireless technologies and the ongoing scientific debate regarding their safety, the resolution calls for further research and urges the European Commission to consider revising exposure guidelines to protect public health, particularly among vulnerable groups such as children and young adults. The resolution reflects a proactive approach to environmental health, aligning with the precautionary principle to ensure safety in the face of scientific uncertainty (Ries Resolution text). 559 MEPs voted in favour versus 22 against.

However, the process was later complicated by Amendment 14 (Lambert van Nistelrooij), which shifted the focus from immediate protective measures to annual scientific reviews by the Scientific Committee on Emerging and Newly Identified Health Risks (SCENIHR) (Amendment PDF). This amendment threatened to delay action, as SCENIHR reports were widely expected to align with established industry standards.

In response, Caroline Lucas, supported by the RRT, launched an alternative motion to exclude this amendment (RRT urgent call PDF). The RRT emphasised that SCENIHR’s “beyond reasonable doubt” evidence threshold could prevent timely precautionary measures and called for a broader scientific review to allow more immediate protective action. Despite these efforts, the amendment remained, but the campaign highlighted the RRT’s and Lucas’s commitment to precautionary health policy in the EU.

This episode illustrates the tension between precautionary public health measures and procedural delays, as well as the vital role of independent advocacy in shaping EMF policy.

2010 – Submission to U.S. President’s Cancer Panel

  • ♦Action: Eileen O’Connor submitted evidence on EMF and cancer risks. In May 2010, she presented written evidence to President Barack Obama’s Cancer Panel as part of the Panel’s data and information-gathering process.
    ♦Impact: The submission was featured in the Birmingham Mail, highlighting UK grassroots influence on U.S. health policy. The President’s Cancer Panel reported that “the true burden of environmentally induced cancers has been grossly underestimated” and strongly urged action to reduce widespread exposure to carcinogens. Until more research is conducted, the panel recommended that people reduce their usage by making fewer and shorter calls, using hands-free devices so that the phone is not against the head and refraining from keeping a phone on a belt or in a pocket. 
    📄 Read the full Birmingham Mail article

20 Dec 2010 – Cited in Parliament by Bill Esterson MP

Jan 2010 – Institution of Mechanical Engineers, London

♦Action: 2010 – Institution of Mechanical Engineers, London
♦Event: Seminar on Electrosensitivity and EMF Standards
In January 2010, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers in London hosted a seminar focusing on electrosensitivity and current electromagnetic field (EMF) standards. The event featured presentations from notable experts, including Sir William Stewart, former Chief Scientific Adviser to the UK Government and Chairman of the Health Protection Agency; and Professor Oleg Grigoriev, Director of the Centre for Electromagnetic Safety in Russia.

♦Download Professor Oleg Grigoriev’s Presentation:
Health and EMF Exposure: Protocol for Diagnostics and Therapy
📄 https://www.radiationresearch.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/20100111_grigoriev_presentation.pdf

Eileen O’Connor Member, European Commission Stakeholder Dialogue Group on EMF (2011–2014) Contributed to EU Stakeholder dialogue group, EU Commission workshops, and UK Parliament questions and debates.

Smart Meters & EU Engagement (2011–2015)

2011 – Smart Meter Campaign & Delivery to No.10

10 Downing Street
Photo (from left) features Mike Bell, Joe Benton MP, Eileen O’Connor, Bill Esterson MP and assistant, Dr Erica Mallery-Blythe, and Brian Stein.

2011 – European Parliament, Brussels

European Parliament, 2011
Photo featuring Dr Gerd Oberfeld, Eileen O’Connor, Jill Evans MEP, Dr Isaac Jamieson, and Steven Boone.

July 2012: Highlighting EMF Risks with Russian Research and Smart Meter Report to Iain Duncan Smith & Esther McVey

At a ladies group meeting in Manchester, Eileen O’Connor, Director of the UK Radiation Research Trust (RRT), raised urgent concerns about the health risks of mobile phones, masts, Wi-Fi, and wireless technology, particularly for children. She announced her upcoming visit to Russia to meet top scientists from the Russian Radiation Committee and handed Mr Duncan Smith a copy of the RRT smart meter report. Esther McVey MP, who was also present, received a copy of the report, though no formal acceptance was made.

Liverpool Follow-up and Northern Power Women Event (March 2015)
Following her 2012 engagement with Rt Hon Iain Duncan Smith MP, Eileen O’Connor met Esther McVey MP again at a ladies’ event in Liverpool. At the event, she handed over a copy of the Smart Meter Report and received respectful attention to her questions during the Q&A session.

During the same Q&A, Eileen raised further questions directly to Luciana Berger MP regarding the potential dangers of wireless technology. Berger did not answer at the time but invited Eileen to follow up afterward. Despite multiple attempts to engage, no response was ever received.

Photo: Eileen O’Connor with Iain Duncan Smith MP in Manchester (2012) and Esther McVey MP in Liverpool (2015).

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August 2012: Visit to Moscow, Russia

RRT Director Eileen O’Connor and Sissel Halmøy spent two weeks in Russia meeting Professor Yury Grigoriev and leading scientists. Grigoriev called for ORDER, warning that wireless radiation is worse than ionizing radiation because its proliferation is out of control. He stressed that current standards are outdated and inadequate, with children’s cumulative exposures already approaching adult occupational levels.

Grigoriev famously noted:

“Man conquered the Black Plague, but he has created new problems – EMF Pollution.”

The RRT’s engagement with Russian scientists continued, culminating in presentations by Eileen O’Connor and Yury Grigoriev at the EU Commission. In 2015, RRT invited Oleg Grigoriev, the current Chair of Russia’s National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, to London, reinforcing ongoing international collaboration on EMF public health concerns.

For more context on Russia’s EMF research and the international perspective, see: The Cold War of Electro-Magnetic Radiation

Upon her return, she contacted UK policymakers, including Iain Duncan Smith, requesting they review detailed EMF research from leading Russian scientists, but received no response.

Photos: With Professor Yury Grigoriev and Sissel Halmøy; at Red Square, Moscow – Eileen O’Connor with Sissel Halmøy.

2011–2014 – European Commission Stakeholder Dialogue Group on EMF

  • ♦Eileen O’Connor’s Role: Member contributing evidence and policy recommendations at EU level.

Photos: EU Commission, Brussels: Eileen O’Connor with Professor Yury Grigoriev, David Gee, and Dr Isaac Jamieson.

28 Mar 2014 – Athens Conference

  • ♦Event: Eileen O’Connor and Sissel Halmøy presented at the European Commission’s workshop in Athens on EMF exposure, cancer clusters near mobile phone masts, and electro-sensitivity. They also visited Athens University at the invitation of Professor Lukas Margaritis, strengthening connections with academic experts.

  • ♦Eileen O’Connor – A UK Perspective
    Eileen O’Connor shared her experience of living near a phone mast in a cancer cluster and emphasised the need for transparent public health policies. Her presentation highlighted evidence of potential harms from electromagnetic fields and urged regulators to act.
    🔗 View PDF

    ♦Sissel Halmøy – Electromagnetic Fields and Health Effects
    Sissel Halmøy discussed the health effects of EMFs, including her experience with electromagnetic hypersensitivity, and called for stronger public health protections, critiquing SCENIHR’s limited review.
    🔗 View PDF

Photos: Panel debate at Cotsen Hall; Eileen O’Connor with Sissel Halmøy and Professor Lukas Margaritis.

Feb 2015 – Campaign on Electrosensitivity & The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) Transparency

  • ♦ Action: The Radiation Research Trust (RRT) reported serious conflicts of interest involving EESC member Richard Adams, who failed to disclose his links with organisations tied to the smart meter and smart grid industry. Despite these vested interests, Adams played a decisive role in swaying the January 2015 EESC vote on electrosensitivity, while disregarding independent evidence on the hazards of radiofrequency (RF) and electromagnetic fields (EMF). On 18 February 2015, RRT issued a formal Letter of Notice to Adams, holding him accountable for undermining transparency and public trust.
  • ♦ Impact: The letter was supported by NGOs across the world, underlining the global concern about regulatory capture and conflicts of interest in EU decision-making. RRT subsequently submitted a complaint to the EU Ombudsman, who investigated and upheld the concerns, recommending stricter rules on transparency and conflict-of-interest declarations for EESC members in future debates.
  • 📄 Read the full letter

July 2015 – Meeting with Green Party Leader in London

  • ♦Event: Eileen O’Connor and Dr Erica Mallery Blythe met Natalie Bennett to raise awareness of wireless radiation risks. Read the full document

Advocacy & 5G Opposition (2019–2020)

2019 – Letters of Notice to UK Government on 5G

May 2020 – RFK Jr. Joins RRT Letter to PM Boris Johnson

  • ♦Action: In April 2020, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Dafna Tachover, Susan Foster, and the EM Radiation Research Trust issued a joint call to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, urging a halt to the 5G rollout due to concerns over potential health risks, particularly to children.
  • ♦Impact: The initiative was prominently featured in the Children’s Health Defense network. Despite the widespread attention, the UK government has not yet responded.
  • 📄 Read the full letter and news article

Image created by Children’s Health Defense (USA)
Photo montage featuring Eileen O’Connor, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Boris Johnson PM, with a phone mast between them.

Ongoing UK Policy Engagement (2020–2025)

2020s – Local Advocacy with Sefton Council

  • ♦Action: Continuous Advocacy on EMF Risks: Engaging with local and UK government, attending Town Hall meetings, submitting public questions, and issuing objection letters to influence infrastructure planning and regulatory decisions.
    Call to Action & 📄 Monster Mast Infographic & Action Pack

June 2022 – Submission to DCMS Inquiry

  • ♦Radiation Research Trust’s (RRT) written evidence submitted to the UK Parliament’s Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Committee Inquiry titled Connected Tech: Smart or Sinister?
  • 👉 Written evidence submitted by EM Radiation Research Trust
  • ♦In this submission, dated 22 June 2022, the RRT outlines its concerns regarding the health implications of electromagnetic radiation from connected technologies. The charity advocates for a precautionary approach to the deployment of such technologies, emphasising the need for public awareness and official scrutiny.

Jan 2023 – Smart Meter Complaint Letters

  • ♦Action: In 2023, the EM Radiation Research Trust (RRT) issued formal letters highlighting health and privacy concerns with smart meters. The letter was sent to Department of Energy Security and Net Zero.
  • ♦📄 Read the full letter and access the action template
  • ♦Impact: The letter prompted a formal response from the UK Government, acknowledging the issues raised. This contributed to wider debate and increased public awareness.

September 2024 – Meeting with Andrew Mitchell MP
♦Event: EM Radiation Research Trust Director Eileen O’Connor, Dr Shirin Joseph, Mr Philip Palser, and Ian Jarvis met with Andrew Mitchell MP.
♦Action: They discussed concerns about 5G infrastructure, planning processes, and called for Andrew Mitchell to write to the responsible Minister. he EM Radiation Research Trust has also submitted concerns to the Planning Policy Consultation Committee.

July 2025 – Sefton Council Public Meeting Incident

  • ♦Event: Public questions on EMFs were denied, generating media coverage. On 10th July 2025, a Sefton Council meeting at Southport Town Hall was disrupted after a member of the public raised a question about the Council’s stance on 5G mobile phone masts, particularly concerning individuals with medical implants. The Council’s response, citing adherence to national guidelines and lack of refusals on health grounds, led to a heated exchange and the meeting’s abrupt end. radiationresearch.org+5radiationresearch.org+5radiationresearch.org+5
  • ♦Subsequent Actions by Radiation Research Trust
  • ♦In support of Sefton residents’ concerns, the Radiation Research Trust submitted a formal letter to Sefton Council on 1st August 2025. The letter emphasised the need for the Council to reconsider its position on 5G deployments, urging a more cautious approach in light of public health considerations. radiationresearch.org+2radiationresearch.org+2
  • ♦ The RRT has also raised a formal complaint regarding the rejection of Eileen O’Connor’s questions, which were submitted in accordance with Sefton Council’s constitution but denied. The complaint has now advanced to Stage 2.

Aug 2025 – Submission to UK Parliament Digital ID Inquiry

Final Reflection: The Power of Persistent Advocacy

As we draw this major report on the EM Radiation Research Trust’s political and policy advocacy from 2003 to 2025 to a close, one truth stands out: our work has never been about speculation it has always been about evidence, accountability, and the protection of public health. From the earliest campaigns against phone masts to the most recent actions around 5G and smart meters, we have consistently highlighted the harms associated with electromagnetic radiation and called for meaningful action.

The Trust’s advocacy has taken many forms. Politically, our work has gone far beyond the written word. We have written letters to Members of Parliament, ministers, and regulators, ensuring that decision-makers are fully aware of the evidence. We have also engaged directly, attending and organising debates, participating in discussion groups, and contributing to consultations at both UK and EU levels. This in-person engagement has allowed us to raise concerns, present scientific evidence, and challenge assumptions in real time, reinforcing our written advocacy and ensuring that those in positions of power cannot claim ignorance. As the post A Voice for Accountability: Reviewing the EM Radiation Research Trust Letter Campaign makes clear, our interventions have made it impossible for authorities to remain unaware.

Publicly, we have mobilised communities, empowering grassroots involvement that now forms a core part of our strategy. Over more than two decades, the combination of political engagement and community activism has demonstrated the power of the people. From local objections to mast planning applications to national correspondence on smart meters and 5G, our message has been consistent: the health and safety of the public cannot be compromised for the sake of convenience or industry interests. (Timeline of our advocacy 2003–2025)

Looking forward, we continue to write, to speak, and to engage. The momentum of informed citizens, standing together, will ensure that the public interest prevails. The Trust has shown that when evidence meets persistence and community involvement, change is inevitable.

Our Mission
We will continue to write. We will continue to speak. We will continue to hold those in power accountable. The evidence is clear, the harms are real, and the public has a right to know. We refuse to let ignorance or indifference stand in the way of health and safety. Our mission is unwavering: to protect the public, to empower communities, and to ensure that the voices of the people are heard. The power of informed citizens, united and persistent, will prevail. The message is simple and inescapable: they cannot say they did not know.

Closing Statement

This post captures key political highlights of over 20+ years of advocacy by the UK Radiation Research Trust. Beyond the events detailed here, the RRT has:

♦ Submitted written and oral evidence at national, international, and local levels, including Westminster, the EU Parliament and Commission, the USA, and at local council official inquiries;
♦ Met with numerous MPs across multiple parties, as mentioned within the timeline, and in addition with Patricia Hewitt, John McDonnell, Peter Dowd, and Claire Curtis-Thomas;
♦ Made repeated requests to meet Prime Minister Blair, which were not approved, illustrating the challenges of engaging senior decision-makers even on urgent public health issues;
♦ Engaged with senior EU officials, Director-Generals, and Members of the European Parliament in Brussels and Luxembourg;
♦ Presented at the EU Commission alongside leading international scientists;
♦ Maintained ongoing collaboration with numerous scientific advisors and experts from our advisory committee, including internationally recognised researchers full list here.

Despite these efforts, formal responses from decision-makers have often been limited or absent. This deafening silence on one of the most important public health issues of our time underscores the urgent need for greater accountability and public engagement.

It is critical for the public to wake up and take responsibility, rather than assuming the government will automatically protect us. Experience has shown repeatedly that this cannot be relied upon. Citizens must act, demand transparency, and advocate for protective standards to safeguard children and society from the known and emerging risks of EMF exposure, while also taking practical measures to protect themselves and each other. Every wireless mobile phone call connects to a mast, and many people are forced to live near these sources, making individual and community awareness essential for safety.

Hold your MPs and councillors accountable for their decisions or inaction, and even consider standing against them if they fail to protect public health. Let this guide your choices at the ballot box.