In response to all analogue telephone systems being switched off by 2025, the council housing service instigated a project to commence decommissioning the analogue hardwired Telecare (Lifeline) equipment in the 631 Independent Living (IL) properties and ‘age designated’ housing properties, with a view to procurement of a replacement Hybrid IP digital solution for the IL schemes and to offer tenants in the ‘age designated’ properties dispersed Lifeline units as an alternative solution. This will have an impact on the service charge element for those tenants living in such accommodation, and any subsidies tenants have previously been receiving.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/08/2023
Decision due: November 2023 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Housing and Homelessness
Lead director: Director - Housing and Operations
Contact: Gill Butler, Chief Officer - Housing Email: gill.butler@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk.