A MOBILE phone giant is promising high-speed internet connections in Oxenhope.

O2 says it is introducing its 4G network to the village.

"I'm delighted that Oxenhope customers will soon be able to experience faster mobile internet – making everything easier when using their phone or tablet," said Derek McManus, for parent company Telefónica UK.

Residents in the Worth Valley have long complained about poor and slow web connections.

"People will now be able to stream high-definition TV, shop on the go and use video calling," added Mr McManus.

"For business customers, using 4G means they can be more effective and flexible by working remotely and accessing cloud services."

As part of the initiative, O2 is also upgrading its 2G and 3G network in the area.

Work is due to start on April 10 and should be complete within four days.

The company warns that customers might experience intermittent service during the work and it recommends they use a TU Go app, which allows for making and receiving calls on any Wi-Fi-connected device.

For more details, visit o2.co.uk/apps/tu-go.

O2 currently provides 4G in over 11,000 towns and cities across the UK.

It says it spends the equivalent of £2 million a day on strengthening its network and increasing its reach.