The PSTN Switch-Off 2027: What It Means for Your Business
01 — WHAT'S HAPPENINGWhy the old phone network is being switched off
The UK’s traditional analogue phone network — known as the PSTN, along with ISDN lines — is being retired and switched off by 2027. Any service that relies on those old lines, from phone systems to alarms and door entry, will need to move to a digital alternative. For businesses and schools across Bristol, Bath, Wells and Somerset, the good news is that upgrading is straightforward with the right local partner — and it usually brings better features and lower costs too. The simplest route is a modern VoIP phone system running over full fibre connectivity.
02 — WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUYour questions, answered
The PSTN is the old analogue phone network. It is being retired and switched off by 2027, with services moving to modern digital connections instead.
Any business or school still using traditional phone lines — plus anything else connected to them, such as alarms, lifts and door entry systems. If you are unsure what you rely on, we can check for you.
Move to a digital VoIP phone system over reliable full fibre. It is usually cheaper, comes with more features and future-proofs your phones. Acting early avoids the last-minute rush.
As a local team near Bath, we review what you have, plan the move and handle the switch with minimal disruption — backed by ongoing managed IT support.
