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What happens if cables are cut?
If undersea fibre-optic cables are cut, 99% of the UK's international data traffic could cease, severely impacting internet, phone, and financial services. Similarly, damage to pipelines could disrupt 74% of the UK's gas supply, leading to energy shortages and price hikes. The consequences would be immediate and far-reaching for daily life.
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