Thousands of people have signed a petition opposing the introduction of 5G high speed internet in Liverpool.
The technology is being tested in Kensington as part of a joint effort by a number of organisations including the council and the NHS.
The project in Liverpool is focused on tackling loneliness among the elderly and carers, with healthcare professionals hoping it can provide a new way for them to care for and connect people.
But as of June 15, 4,715 people had signed a petition demanding that the technology be suspended in the city, part of a much larger fight against the technology.
Since its development, 5G has been at the centre of numerous claims about adverse health effects - despite government guidance that it is safe to use.
The petition opposing its use in Liverpool, started by Lisa Sweeney says that 'accumulating research' has shown 5G can cause human and environmental health problems.
A statement included with, started by Lisa Sweeney, says: "We urge the council to suspend any plans to inflict 5G infrastructure on our communities, pending a government funded, independent inquiry."
What does Public Health England say?
But Public Health England says it doesn't expect the new technology will adversely impact people's health .
Its head of radiation dosimetry Simon Mann said: “It is possible that there may be a small increase in overall exposure to radio waves when 5G is added to an existing telecommunications network or in a new area.
“However, the overall exposure is expected to remain low relative to guidelines and as such there should be no consequences for public health.”
A PHE spokesman said the body reviews its advice and can change it if necessary.
He also said the body is committed to ensuring 5G radio waves comply with International Committee on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) guidelines.
