Three UK, also known as Hutchison 3G UK Ltd, is a privately owned company headquartered in the UK. Founded in 2003, it operates with approximately 5,950 employees and is a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings. The company functions as a British telecommunications and internet service provider, and is currently in the process of merging with Vodafone UK.
Three UK announced Kevin Russell, the former retail boss of Telstra, is joining NBN Co as a non-executive director to the Board. Russell has two decades of experience in the telecommunications industry, having held senior executive positions at Optus Hutchison Telecoms and Three UK. In other news, Three UK introduced a student discount, offering a 20% saving on 30GB or Unlimited 24-month Airtime plans with any device. The company also highlighted safety measures related to antenna positioning, adhering to guidelines set by ICNIRP to prevent risks from electromagnetic fields. Additionally, Three UK provided information on smishing scams, warning customers about fraudulent messages that create a sense of urgency and encourage them to follow instructions that could compromise their accounts. Lastly, Three UK shared a guide for Android users to restrict access to content on the Google Play Store.