Telecoms giant BT has extended the deadline for local authorities to contribute towards saving little-used red phone boxes from being scrapped.
The original cut-off point of October 1 will now run until November 1 after councils asked for more time to respond, BT said.
John Lumb of BT Payphones, said: "Even though many people don't actually use them any more we recognise that the iconic red kiosk is a focal point for communities, especially the more rural ones. Our adoption and sponsorship schemes ensure that the kiosks can remain in-situ for the enjoyment of all.
"We are delighted to extend the application deadline to 1 November 2008 so that as many as possible can remain."
Philip Davies, planning and development director of English Heritage said: "This is a welcome announcement for many people who have grown up with the classic British red phone box. We would like to see them remain too.
"They are an important symbol of national identity, and make a significant contribution to the character and appearance of many historic areas across the country."
