Concept

Digital switchover help scheme

Properties

Alt label
  • Digital switchover assistance scheme
SES ID
  • 9651
  • 52124
Notation
  • 9651
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Definition
  • Scheme, during rollout of digital television (2007-2012), to provide, for households meeting set criteria, necessary equipment to convert 1 TV set and support to install and use, free or for modest fee. Eligibility criteria per household: one person over 75 years; or those with significant disability receiving designated benefits or war pension; or registered blind or partially sighted. Announced September 2005 - DCMS press notice 116/05, 15.09.05.