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Government Emergency Test Alert: Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3.00pm

The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm, which will cause phones to vibrate and make a loud siren sound.

Published: 7 September 2025

The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm.Your mobile phone or tablet will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. The alert message will confirm this is a test and that you do not need to take any further action.Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency. Find out more at gov.uk/alerts.You can opt out of the Emergency Alerts, including the national test, but you should keep them switched on for your own safety.————————–

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