Analogue Phone Switch Off Coming in 2025 – Are You Ready?
By December 2025, the UK will say goodbye to analogue landline phones. If you own one, you’ll need to switch to an internet-based phone service. For most with broadband and a modern handset, it’s as simple as unplugging the phone and plugging it into your router.
No Internet? Here’s What You Need to Know
Not everyone has broadband. Some households and businesses still rely on analogue lines—and this switch will cut off their phones, fax machines, old burglar alarms, and telecare devices. If you fall into this group, you must find an alternative before the deadline.
Don’t panic or rush. Wait for your phone provider to get in touch with clear instructions. Watch out for scammers trying to cash in on your confusion. Take your time, discuss options with family or carers, and make an informed choice.
Your Options If You Don’t Have Broadband
- Go full broadband: Get internet access for web browsing, internet TV, and digital phone services all in one package.
- Try ‘voice only’ internet contracts: New deals launching before the switch off will let you use internet phones without full internet packages.
Worried About Power Cuts or Poor Signal?
Power outages, especially in rural areas with weak mobile signals, pose a big problem. Vulnerable residents who rely on their phones for emergencies could be left stranded. Providers must offer solutions like battery-operated phones or signal boosters to keep you connected when the power drops.
Don’t get caught out—start planning now and look out for updates from your phone company.
