Do I really need to keep the phone, to keep broardband?

Question

I have heard that after a year of having both phone and broardband, I should be able to ask not to have the phone anymore. I don't use the phone and haven't for almost a year, so would rather not pay for it. I have spoken to BT, but they seem unhelpful. If you have any source to refer to, I would be very grateful. Thanks.

I know I need a phone line, but do I really need the phone (line rental does cost more)

Answer 1

you need a phone line so you may aswell keep the phone,it doesnt cost any more.

Answer 2

You will still have to pay for the line rental, whether or not your telephone is connected.
You need the phone line to carry your broadband signal.

Answer 3

the phone line has to be activated but you can get rid of the actual phone

Answer 4

you would be wise to keep your normal phone because, if your broadband goes off(or your internet connection) you would not be able to make any calls (especially emergency calls)