BT plans to remove 10 payphones across Central Bedfordshire
Tuesday, 25 March 2025
We've received notice from BT that a review has identified 10 public payphones in the area as being no longer needed.
BT has evaluated these payphones based on the criteria outlined by Ofcom. Notices have been affixed to these payphones, and we're expected to provide a formal response to BT by 24 May 2025.
Previously, if we expressed opposition to BT's plan to eliminate a payphone, BT couldn't proceed with the removal. However, the guidelines have been updated, and our ability to veto such removals has been removed.
As a result, we no longer have decision-making authority and cannot conduct a formal consultation. Instead, we're undertaking an engagement survey to gather feedback from local communities regarding these proposals. This survey aims to provide us with evidence to inform our response to BT.
Find out which phone boxes are affected and fill in our survey – your voice matters.