Hull City rolls out IP TV for over 65s to capitalise on digital switchover (UK)

Steve Hards

“Older people in Hull are the first in the country to access a new breed of personalised and locally relevant public services through their television, thanks to a an innovative venture launched by Hull City Council and Stream, Hull’s own on-demand, broadband television service. The service is part of a radical redesign of Hull City Council’s Community Care services which is embracing telehealth and telecare to help vulnerable older people live longer, healthier and happier lives in their own homes.” PublicTechnology.net story.