BT’s analogue network in the UK, the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), is shutting down after decades of service. BT plans to complete the closure by 2025. 

When an alarm is triggered at a remote site, or something unusual is detected by CCTV, a signal is sent via the PSTN phone line to a 24/7 monitored alarm receiving centre. These alert systems will need to be upgraded before the copper PSTN network is to be switched off.

Although 2025 seems so far away, it’s better to prepare for it now to avoid the risk of being stuck with an outdated security system that will be useless one day, and seemingly with no notice.

You will need to check whether your current fire alarm or security systems rely on digital or analogue communication….

September sees the autumn nights start to draw in, so please avoid making your home an easy target for burglars by taking these simple measures….

Intelligent Security and Fire provide user manuals covering all manufactures we install for access control, automatic gates, CCTV systems, door entry intercoms, fire alarms and intruder alarms….