Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Telecare National Action Plan

11 February 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Stephen Kinnock Lab Aberafan Maesteg

NHS

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

View on Parliament.uk

At a glance

Key points

  • The statement addresses the transition to digital telephone networks and its impact on telecare users.
  • A joint Telecare National Action Plan is published to protect telecare users during the switchover.
  • The plan will be reviewed every six months to identify any new actions needed.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the necessary transition to digital telephone networks and its impact on telecare users, focusing on protecting their safety during this switchover.

Action requested

A joint Telecare National Action Plan is published with specific steps for stakeholders to safeguard telecare users. The plan will be reviewed every six months to identify any new actions needed.

Key facts

  • Traditional analogue devices need to be reconnected to the digital network.
  • The government expects stakeholders such as communication providers and local authorities to take necessary actions.
  • A review of progress against the Telecare National Action Plan will occur every six months.
▸ Assessment & feedback
Summary accuracy