Page updates 23rd October 2023.

What is happening to landlines?

The UK’s telephone network is changing. Between now and the end of 2025 most telephone providers will be switching their customers from old analogue (copper-based) landlines to new upgraded landline services using digital technology.

If you call a communications provider (ie BT) today to set up a new phone line, you will find that you cannot have a phone-line only deal because of this change. Communications providers will now suggest deals that include broadband, as phones will all need the internet to work after 2025.

You can access Starting Point’s free user guide HERE to find out more.