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Thursday, March 30, 2023

UK Emergency Alerts Service Test

On Sunday 23 April 2023, there will be a national test of the UK Emergency Alerts service.


Emergency Alerts is a UK government service that will warn you if there’s a danger to life nearby. In an emergency, your mobile phone or tablet will receive an alert with advice about how to stay safe.​
  • Your mobile phone or tablet may:make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent
  • vibrate
  • read out the alert
The sound and vibration will last for about 10 seconds. An alert will include a phone number or a link to the GOV.UK website for more information.​

There are instructions on how to opt out of Emergency Alerts at this LINK, for e.g. victims of domestic abuse who have a concealed phone hidden from their abuser.​

Further information on Emergency Alerts is at: https://www.gov.uk/alerts​