MCL Telecom

28/08/2026

What's the difference between a traditional landline and a cloud phone system? 📞☁️

While the end result is pretty similar they actually work in very different ways! Check out our new blog post to find out more about the difference in cost, features, reliability, call quality, flexibility and more!

21/08/2026

Thankyou to the Uckfield Chamber of Commerce for another wonderful networking event!

This morning we went to the Chailey Heritage Foundation in the new Bradbury Den! It was great to understand more about what goes on here, incredibly inspiring! 👏

It’s always a great opportunity to connect with other local business owners and share more about what’s going on at MCL!

And enjoy the delicious spread put on by The Wealden Kitchen ☕️🍳

17/08/2026

Congratulations to all of the finalists! 👏

It has been an incredible experience to be a part of the judging process for the Best Place to Eat & Meet Award.

The standard of entries was truly exceptional, making the decision incredibly difficult. We were fortunate enough to read some fantastic applications and meet with business owners whose passion, dedication and commitment to their customers shone through in every conversation.

Hearing the stories behind these businesses was absolutely inspiring, each entrant demonstrated the hard work, resilience and community spirit that make our business community so special.

Every business that entered should be immensely proud. You all play an important role in creating the vibrant, welcoming and thriving local area we are fortunate to be part of.

Congratulations again to the finalists, and thank you to every business that took the time to share their journey with us. 🌟🏆

🍽️✨ And the Best Place to Eat & Meet Award finalists are...

The Highlands Inn
The Picture House Uckfield
Luxfords Restaurant

A huge congratulations to all of this year's finalists. Being shortlisted is a fantastic achievement and a testament to the hard work, dedication and exceptional experiences you provide for customers every day.

We'd also like to extend a sincere thank you to every business that entered. The quality of nominations was outstanding. Our judges were incredibly impressed by the passion, hospitality and commitment shown across the board, and selecting the finalists was no easy task.

A massive thankyou to our category sponsors who have had the near impossible task of judging this category MCL Telecom 👏

Congratulations once again to our finalists, and thank you for helping showcase the very best our local area has to offer. 🥂🎉

14/08/2026

🚨 The PSTN switch off is happening. Is your business ready?

The UK's traditional phone network is being retired, and businesses relying on legacy phone systems could face disruption if they don't prepare in time.

Find out what the switch off means, key deadlines, and the steps you should be taking now in our Ultimate PSTN Switch Off Guide 👇

🔗 https://mcltelecom.co.uk/the-ultimate-pstn-switch-off-guide-what-businesses-need-to-know-for-2027/

12/08/2026

We think we're going to have to use picture number 3 for all future marketing material! 😂

Wonderful to help out a local business and fellow Uckfield Chamber of Commerce member, and make a difference to local telecoms with one key difference ... great customer service!

Thankyou for choosing us for your new super-fast broadband connection, WiFi network and VoIP phone system! 💚

05/08/2026

Broadband outages are frustrating, but a few simple checks can help you quickly identify the problem.

✅First, restart your router and give it a few minutes before turning it back on again and reconnecting. Many temporary issues can be resolved with a fresh connection.

✅Second, connect a laptop or PC directly to the router with an Ethernet cable. This helps determine whether the fault is with your broadband connection or simply your Wi-Fi coverage.

✅Finally, if your business depends on internet access, think about adding a mobile data backup service. When your primary broadband line fails, your connection can automatically switch over, reducing downtime and keeping your team productive.

If you're regularly experiencing broadband problems, give us a call and let's find a solution that works for your business. 📞💻🌐

03/08/2026

☀️ Summer Safety Tip: Be cautious of connecting to Free WiFi

Free WiFi can be tempting when you're out and about this summer, but not all networks are safe. Open public networks can be accessed by anyone, making it easier for cybercriminals to intercept sensitive information such as passwords, banking details and personal data.

Make sure you:
🔒 Verify network names with staff before connecting
🔒 Avoid logging into sensitive accounts on public WiFi
🔒 Never use a repeated password when logging into free WiFi
🔒 Use mobile data or a VPN for extra protection

Stay smart, stay secure, and enjoy a safer summer when using free WiFi.

29/07/2026

Turns out watching Frank and Ciara trial the incredible ‘Places to Eat and Meet’ around Uckfield has been making the rest of us here at the office a bit jealous…

So last night the whole team got in on the action too!

Thankyou to Amira's Kitchen for being incredible hosts to the team! And Uckfield Business Awards for providing a platform to celebrate the brilliant businesses of Uckfield!

And we can confirm, judging these incredible places is definitely not as easy as it may look! 👀

20/07/2026

Last week we attended another brilliant networking event at the Uckfield Chamber of Commerce, this time at the lovely Horsted Place 🌞

It’s always a pleasure to enjoy a nice evening in the sun with other amazing local business owners!

10/07/2026

Keeping your tech cool in a heatwave is a bit like holding an icecream on the beach... leave it too long and you'll have a mess on your hands🍦

So this is your friendly reminder that if you look after your tech, your tech will look after you. 🫠

Link in comments for our blog post on device management including device specific advice and emergency solutions for when your device just can't hack the heat 🥵