More than 80 areas warned of major Freeview problems THIS week as TVs stop working properly
HOUSEHOLDS have been warned of widespread Freeview disruption this week that could make their TVs stop working properly.
Viewers may switch on their telly to find a black, pixelated or flickering screen as a result of planned engineering works.
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If you don't want to miss your favourite TV shows while the work is taking place, Freeview suggested households check out its online TV guide
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Some 87 areas are expected to be affected, according to Freeview.
Freeview has urged households that the disruption is only temporary and to not retune their TV.
"If you are affected by engineering work, please don't try and retune your TV - reception will be restored as soon as the engineering work is completed," the company said.
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Lancaster
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West Kirby
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Guildford
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Hemel Hempstead
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Londonderry
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Morpeth
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Alltwen
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Fernhill
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Ffestiniog
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