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Digital Switchover Scheme |
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In 2011 the traditional TV signal will be switched off in the Yorkshire TV region and replaced with a digital TV signal. This is not a concern for most but some may find it harder to make the switch than others. The Switchover Help Scheme has been set up by the Government and is run by the BBC. Its purpose is to make digital TV easy for older and disabled people by converting one TV to digital in the run-up to digital TV switchover in their region. Those living in the Sheffield area served by the Sheffield transmitter begin to switch on 10th August. The Switchover Help Scheme aims to reach out to all eligible people, and ensure that those who need their help get it, so that no-one eligible need be left behind without access to a television after switchover. People are eligible for help if they are aged 75 or over or , have lived in a care home for six months or more, get or could get disability living allowance, attendance or constant attendance allowance, or mobility supplement ot if they are registered blind or partially sighted. Digital UK has been working closely with charities to organise local advice points during switchover. These will be staffed by trained volunteers and are open to everyone. To find out where your local advice point or roadshow will be click here
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