Here are a few weblinks that you may find are of use as the digital switchover gets into full gear.

If you know of any more organisations you think should be added to this list then let us know via the  Contact us form above

Digital UK

Digital UK is the independent, not-for-profit organisation leading the process of digital TV switchover in the UK.

Digital UK works closely with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the Department of Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR), as well as the regulator. Ofcom, to prepare the UK for the biggest change in broadcasting since the introduction of colour.

Website is http://www.digitaluk.co.uk

Digital Outreach

All people should have access to technologies that will have a positive impact on their lives, and Digital Outreach are dedicated to working towards a future where everyone can benefit from new developments without disadvantage, barrier or discrimination.

Website is http://www.digitaloutreach.com

Switchover Help Scheme

Set up to help people to switch one of their TV sets to digital.  They can help you convert your TV to digital if you: are aged 75 or over, or have lived in a care home for six months or more, or get (or could get) certain disability benefits, or are registered blind or partially sighted

Website is http://www.helpscheme.co.uk

Digital Television – UK Government website

The Government is responsible for the policy of digital switchover, including the 2008-2012 timetable and the establishment of a Help Scheme for those who may need practical assistance with switchover.

 Website is http://www.digitaltelevision.gov.uk

BBC Digital switchover advice

Switchover information from the BBC.  Here you can take a journey through all of the switchover options with Fona Bruce

 Website is http://www.bbc.co.uk

Ricability

An independent consumer research charity providing free, practical and unbiased reports for older and disabled people. They are testing a range of the products you’ll find in the shops and those provided by satellite, cable and phone companies – to help you to prepare for switchover whichever platform you choose.

 Website is http://www.ricability-digitaltv.org.uk

The Digital TV Group

The industry association for digital television in the UK. It is independent, platform neutral and technology agnostic.

Website is http://www.dtg.org.uk/

Registered Digital Installer Licensing Body

The Registered Digital Installer Licensing Body (RDI-LB)is a Community Interest Company formed to act as a guardian to raise the professional status of TV signal reception installers and the aerial reception industry as a whole.

Website is http://www.rdi-lb.tv/

Ofcom

Ofcom is the independent regulator and competition authority for the UK communications industries, with responsibilities across television, radio, telecommunications and wireless communications services.

Website is http://www.ofcom.org.uk/

 

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