FTTP - do I need a phone line?

[#1]

I am buying a new build that will be set up ready for FTTP. Do I need a phone line installed or can I do without since the fibre is direct to the property?
Thanks.

[#2]

It depends on how important a landline telephone is to you or do you primarily use a mobile.

May I ask which ISP you plan to go with for your FTTP or is that preordained by the developer.

[#3]

We're not at all bothered about a landline, mobile signal is good so we'd be more than happy to use them.
I'd be hoping to use Plusnet, as there are few fttp providers in the area and last time I was with them I was really pleased with their service.

[#4]

The reason I asked the question is because Plusnet no longer offer the FTTP trial to new customers.

We also don't know if/when they will be offering FTTP as a new product.

[#5]

Oh no! Thanks for that info, looks like I'll have to go elsewhere.

[#6]

Sorry about that.

[#7]

Hi there.

Firstly welcome to our community forums and thanks for your interest in Plusnet.

Unfortunately we have recently closed our FTTP trial for new applicants, but I'd recommend keeping an eye out as we may launch FTTP as a product in the future, though it's not something I can guarantee we will do or provide a timescale.

Sorry for any disappointment this may cause.

[#8]

Oh no! Thanks for that info, looks like I'll have to go elsewhere.

@Sparetc

I believe IDNet will do FTTP without a phone line https://www.idnet.net/data_products/super-fast-broadband.php

[#9]

Thanks Gandalf, I'll keep my eyes peeled!

[#10]

Thanks MisterW, really appreciate that.

[#11]

@Sparetc

A list of FTTP providers can be found at https://www.homeandbusiness.openreach.co.uk/fibre-broadband/ultrafast-broadband/ultrafast-fibre-buy-...

It is currently missing IDNet and Freeola who also provide FTTP.

Zen has a phone free option but the prices aren't much lower.

And Sky have just announced that they will use Openreach FTTP too, but haven't given a date or prices yet.