For anyone wanting to contact loved ones in Ukraine, we’ve made mobile and landline calls, texts and data to and from the region free from today, 25 February.
Please be aware that signal in the area might be affected by damage to local networks and equipment.
We're proud to announce our partnership with The
@FA
, becoming the exclusive lead partner of
@England
– supporting all 28 teams from national to grassroots 👇
This year's
@PrideInLondon
parade may have been postponed but today we're proudly flying the Pride flag from the top of the BT Tower as an expression of our support for LGBT+ communities across the capital and the whole country
We're lighting up the
@bttowerlondon
today for
#StopSpeakSupport
- a campaign to help young people understand what
#cyberbullying
is, and learn what they should do if they see someone being treated badly online.
Our Chief Executive calls in the
@MailOnline
for an end to "mindless" attacks on telecoms workers and infrastructure based on conspiracy theories linking
#5G
and
#Coronavirus
We'll remain the exclusive home of
@ChampionsLeague
and
@EuropaLeague
football in the UK until 2024.
@BTSport
will show more European club games than ever, broadcasting up to 12
simultaneously and delivering industry-leading images in 4K UHD for a further 3 seasons.
We want to assure people that there is no link between 5G tech and the coronavirus. It’s important, now more than ever, to look after the infrastructure that helps keep us connected.
#coronavirus
#5G
@EE
@VodafoneUK
@ThreeUK
@O2
Phone masts keep us all connected at this extraordinary time. And yet we're seeing reports of masts vandalised because of a conspiracy theory linking 5G tech to the spread of Covid-19. This claim is baseless.
We must look after the infrastructure and people keeping us in touch.
This morning we’ve made commitments to our colleagues on jobs during the crisis and taken a number of other steps to recognise the amazing efforts of our frontline key workers. 👇
#coronavirus
#coronavirusupdate
We’re excited to announce that we’re now the lead partner for all four Home Nations
@FA
,
@OfficialIrishFA
,
@FAWales
and
@ScottishFA
. We’re looking forward to championing grassroots, women’s and disability football.
BT is already building more full fibre than anyone else in the UK. Today we're increasing our FTTP target from 20 million to 25 million premises to deliver further value to shareholders and support the Government’s full fibre ambitions
@WeAreOpenreach
During the coronavirus outbreak, the ability to work from home is crucial. Howard Watson, our Group Chief Technology Officer, explains the resilience of our UK network from his home.
#coronavirus
#wfh
Our CEO Philip Jansen showed Scotland's First Minister
@NicolaSturgeon
how our 5G network could bring a little bit of Glasgow to Edinburgh. Using VR over 5G, she joined a
@UofGlasgow
lecture live from her Edinburgh office.
#beyondlimits
#5G
Everyone at BT Group is extremely saddened by the passing of Her Majesty the Queen.
A lifetime of public service leaves us with an enormous debt of gratitude. Our sympathies are with the Royal Family.
The UK’s telecoms networks have never been more crucial. That’s why we’ve worked with the rest of the industry on some top tips to keep you connected. 👇
We're proud to support
@Official999Day
and to celebrate the brilliant work of our people who handle 33m calls a year as part of the 999 emergency service. Thank you to all of the emergency service workers and volunteers. We're incredibly grateful for everything you do.
#999DayUK
We plan to thank our 59,000 frontline colleagues and key workers with a special bonus this year, recognising their tireless work and dedication to keep the nation connected during the pandemic.
We work, to keep you connected to the things that matter most.
Thank you to all of our colleagues in the telecoms industry
for
#KeepingUsConnected
during this uncertain time.
#coronavirus
Everyone at BT is saddened by the passing of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.
Our deepest sympathies go to The Queen and the rest of the Royal Family.
Tomorrow, for VE Day, we’re celebrating our nation’s veterans.
Email bttower
@bt
.com with the name, rank and regiment of a WWII veteran you'd like us to feature on the top of the BT Tower infoband. We’ll be doing our best to display every name we receive.
We're empowering 10 million people by giving them the skills they need to flourish in a digital future through our new programme
#SkillsforTomorrow
@L12_W
Find out more on our new site 👇
Our brilliant engineers have put our network’s and customers’ needs ahead of their own so that you can access the resources that you need from home.
#KeepingUsConnected
#coronavirus
Exciting
@BTBusiness
is one of the first
#technology
partners for
@EntainGroup
's new global innovation hub in London! Looking forward to collaborating with them around
#5G
and Edge Computing to bring immersive experiences across sports, gaming and interactive entertainment.
Today we're joining
@mariecurieuk
's National
#DayOfReflection
As we mark one year since our country entered the first lockdown, this is a time to reflect on our collective loss, support those who’ve been bereaved, and hope for a brighter future.💛
We launched our new ambition - Beyond Limits - with a World record-breaking drone show coded by kids from St. Joseph's school. With 160 choreographed drones during
@JessGlynne
's performance, we broke the record for indoor drone displays
#BeyondLimits
It’s important that all children have the tools to continue learning while home schooling.
We’ve joined forces with
@educationgovuk
to provide six months' free Wi-Fi access to the most in-need families
Read more:
#SkillsForTomorrow
BT Group has agreed to the sale of the BT Tower to MCR Hotels, who plan to preserve the building as an iconic hotel.
See the press release below for more details:
Over a million people in Ukraine have been forced to flee their homes. Families have been separated, homes destroyed and lives are in danger.
We're supporting
@decappeal
#UkraineAppeal
learn more and donate here:
We’re so proud of our team
@adastralpark
who are co-ordinating a major effort to create thousands of protective visors for
@ESNEFT
and others. It’s making a real difference. Find out more 👇
Today we've announced plans to develop a brand new, multi-million pound contact centre in Dundee which will become the new home to around 1,000 employees. This is exciting news for our colleagues in Dundee and reflects BT’s continued investment in Scotland
A huge thank you to the NHS. As of today, more than 25 million people in the UK have now had their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine 👏👏👏
#NHSCovidVaccine
At BT, we are proud of our rich history of innovation. This past is highlighted in the newly-published Dollis Hill diary, covering events and advancements made by our predecessor, the GPO, during WWII.
#WWII
#History
#DollisHill
As we support the Health Service and answer all 999 calls in the UK, we have an important role to play during the coronavirus outbreak.
Listen to our CEO, Philip Jansen, talk to our people about the critical role that we have to play in supporting our customers.
Our networks have never played a more critical role. The hard work of our engineers enables our country to be together online, even when we’re apart.
#KeepingUsConnected
#coronavirus