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We helped create UK emergency alert system – but question how government is using it

Millions across England and Wales received a wildfire alert on their phones earlier this month, but it partly backfired.

We helped create UK emergency alert system – but question how government is using it
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Millions across England and Wales received a wildfire alert on their phones earlier this month, but it partly backfired.

Original source: BBC Politics
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