County Council press release

With the switch to digital TV services getting closer, Hertfordshire Trading Standards have issued advice to help residents stay safe and shop smart.

Hertfordshire residents will have their analogue TV signal switched off in April 2012. This means that to be able to watch your favourite programmes after April you will need a digital TV service.

There are many well known companies that offer digital TV packages available on a contract or one off payment basis. To find out more visit http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/cost__and__options. These companies also have their own engineers who can install or offer advice on how to connect your new digital set top box.

What’s more, almost all TVs, including black and white ones can receive a digital signal so there is no need to buy a new one. If you do want a new TV buy from a reputable retailer and look out for the ‘tick mark’.

Remember, always ask for and check the ID of any workmen before letting them into your home.

Digital UK is the independent organisation set up to manage the switchover to digital TV service. If you have any questions or want to find out more about the digital switchover visit www.digitaluk.co.uk or call 08456 50 50 50.