Digital Switchover
Digital Switchover will begin in Darlington and the Tyne Tees region on 12 September when BBC2 analogue will be switched off. All other analogue will be switched off on 26 September.
In September 2012 analogue television will be switched off across Darlington. If you don’t have digital TV by the time of switchover, you will lose your TV channels.
If you are still watching analogue TV (five channels or fewer) on any of your sets, you need to convert them to digital. Nearly any existing TV can be converted using a Freeview box, a digital satellite service or digital cable.
If you are in council housing, you will be responsible for making the switch to digital (unless you live in a communal block).
If you want to find out more please visit the Digital UK website [external link] or call 08456 505050
Switchover help scheme
For older and disabled viewers who may find making the switch difficult, the Switchover Help Scheme is at hand to provide everything you need to switch one TV set to digital. Most eligible people will be asked to pay £40 towards the standard option of help. For eligible people on income-related benefits, it’s free. This includes easy to use equipment, an approved installer to supply and install the equipment, and a 12 month aftercare service including a free helpline.
If you’re 75 and over or eligible disabled and have not received a pack, call the Switchover Help Scheme on 0800 4085900 or visit the the Help Scheme website [external link]
Digital UK roadshow
Come along if you have any questions about the Digital Switchover
22 June 2012 9am-5pm - Morrisons, North Road
23 June 2012 9am-5pm - Joseph Pease Place