Help us spread the word about the Digital Switchover

Northumberland County Council wants to ensure that all residents know about the coming changes as part of the UK's Digital Switchover and what it means for them. This is particularly important for residents who may be elderly, vulnerable or live alone.

To find out more about the switchover please visit the following website:

https://www.local.gov.uk/our-support/cyber-digital-and-technology/digital-switchover

What does this mean?

What is the digital switchover?

Between now and 2027 most telephone providers will be moving their customers from old analogue landlines to new upgraded landline services using fibre technology. The upgrade will be delivered by the telecoms industry in a phased approach. The new digital landline network will provide a future proof, more reliable and dependable broadband service that will support the UK for decades to come.

What is the 2G/3G switch off?

Beyond 2033, mobile network providers have confirmed they will not offer 2G and 3G services. Each mobile network provider can choose when they end 2G and 3G services within this timeframe and many have begun phasing out 3G networks already. Switching off 2G and 3G will support the rollout of the 4G and 5G networks which offer faster and more reliable services.