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Devon Residents Face Digital Access Crisis Amid Line Switch-off

3/16/2026

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Devon residents will lose reliable digital access as old copper lines are switched off.
Teresa Rodrigues says many will struggle to manage car tax and medical records due to weak connectivity.
Sarah Davidson of Carnegie UK backs the government's plan for a citizens' assembly on digital IDs and urges meaningful public involvement.
The process could renew trust in politics and offer an opportunity for democratic evolution.

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Story summary

Devon residents will lose reliable digital access as old copper lines are switched off.
Teresa Rodrigues says many will struggle to manage car tax and medical records due to weak connectivity.
Sarah Davidson of Carnegie UK backs the government's plan for a citizens' assembly on digital IDs and urges meaningful public involvement.
The process could renew trust in politics and offer an opportunity for democratic evolution.