Concerns have been raised in Parliament over proposals to phase out traditional landlines in favor of digital alternatives, with lawmakers warning that rural and isolated communities risk being left behind due to limited broadband access. The transition could disrupt essential services and emergency communications for those without reliable internet connections. Critics argue the shift must account for digital divides to prevent marginalized areas from facing connectivity gaps. Full details on how the government intends to address these challenges remain unclear.
Plans to switch to digital landlines by January could leave remote areas of the UK vulnerable, MPs say.
