BBC Freeview switch-off: Your views needed

Television is a vital lifeline for many rural communities, providing news, information and connection - especially for older residents and those living alone.

The BBC plans to switch off Freeview by the mid-2030s, meaning households would need high-speed broadband to access BBC channels. For areas with slow or unreliable connections, this could leave people cut off from essential services and information.

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* 1. Do you rely on Freeview TV as an essential source of news, information or entertainment?

Yes, it's essential

Yes, but not essential

No, I rarely use it

Don’t know / Not sure

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* 2. Would a switch to internet-only BBC services impact your household?

Yes, it would have a big impact

Somewhat

No, it wouldn’t affect us

Don’t know / Not sure

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* 3. Does your household currently have reliable and fast enough broadband connection to support streaming?

Yes

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* 4. Should the government ensure Freeview continues until high-speed broadband is fully available and reliable for rural areas?

Yes, absolutely

Maybe / depends

No, not necessary

Don’t know / Not sure

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* 5. If TV becomes internet-only, would you consider no longer paying the licence fee?

Yes, I would stop paying

No, I would continue paying

Don’t know / Not sure

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* 6. Do you have any specific concerns, experiences, or comments about accessing TV or broadband in your area?

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* 7. Details

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* 8. Consent

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