Mobile phone network O2 today denied claims the Government had asked it to hand over user location data to ensure Britons are following social distancing guidelines. Sources at O2 told MailOnline the claims were untrue and not representative of how all phone networks are being asked to help the Government. Sources within O2 told MailOnline today that nothing is happening yet, but there are discussions at an early stage being held with all mobile phone operators. An O2 spokesman told MailOnline today: 'We are fully engaged in helping in the fight against COVID-19. Earlier this week, a mass switch to home working appeared to have left Britain's broadband and mobile phone networks creaking.

Source: Daily Mail March 19, 2020 18:22 UTC