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Hundreds of angry homeowners waved banners and placards in protest over a 'horrific rocket launcher' just outside their homes.
Fed up residents say the 50ft (15m) metal pole erected by telecoms firm IX Wireless is blighting their lives and demanded its removal.
The company insists the mast will offer locals in Bolton, Greater Manchester, far better access to 'gigabit-capable broadband services' as part of a rollout of high-speed internet.
But households say they have been angered that planning laws allow poles to go up without their consultation or permission.
Organiser Martin Henderson, said people across the country should oppose their 'diabolical needless installation'.
Hundreds of angry residents protested after the installation of a 'horrific rocket launcher' style mast in Bolton
The 'residents against IX Wireless' group met after the telecoms company installed a metal mast 'without consultation'
He said: 'I'm gobsmacked at how many people showed up here today, there looks to be around 150.
'The numbers show how real the concern is for residents who feel that this is not of any benefit
