Switchover to reach millionth home this week

The digital switchover will reach its millionth home this week, with analogue channels permanently turned off in two areas of the UK.

On 9 September, more than 300,000 homes in Wales and the West Country will be the latest to switch, said Digital UK, the body overseeing the switchover process.

According to the recent Digital UK Tracker Survey, around 10% of homes in areas of the UK that have not yet switched are still watching analogue TV on their main set.

David Scott, chief executive of Digital UK, said: “This week marks a significant milestone for our campaign. As we prepare to switch our millionth home, we are confident that most viewers are well prepared for the end of the analogue era.

“I’m pleased that our information campaign and support for viewers is working well but we’ve also learned important lessons which will help refine our approach as switchover moves across the UK.”