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IS YOUR LANDLINE
IS Y OUR LANDLINE

Y
OUR LIFELINE?
YOUR LIFELINE?

GET READ
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Y C
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, GO DIGIT
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GET READY, GO DIGITAL, STAY CONNECTED

Is your landline ready?
Landlines are changing. By January 2027 (deadline confirmed by Openreach at time of
publication), traditional landlines will be upgraded with digital technology. This national
upgrade is known as the Digital Switchover and will mean that landline calls will be
made over the internet instead of the old telephone network. Telephone providers
are responsible for switching customers to the upgraded service, but everyone is
encouraged to check if and how the change will affect them, especially those who rely
on their landline or use a telecare device.
For many, the change will be simple. All you will have to do is plug your landline phone
into a broadband router instead of a traditional phone socket. But for others, especially
those who rely on their landline for care alarms, medical devices, or staying in touch,

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