Broadband

Broadband speed: how fast does your broadband need to be?

Broadband speed: how fast does your broadband need to be? Family watching TV broadband speed hero image

Along with price, broadband speed is perhaps the most important factor you need to look at when choosing a new broadband deal. With multiple devices on the go at any one time, our households are becoming increasingly data-hungry. A fast, reliable internet connection is no longer a luxury, but a necessity, especially if you work […]

Which? urges Ofcom to investigate Virgin Media broadband contracts

Which? urges Ofcom to investigate Virgin Media broadband contracts

Which? calls for Virgin Media to be investigated under regulator Ofcom over a clause in its broadband contract that says it can change its charges at any time. The concerns come after the provider increased its bills for existing customers by an average of 13.8%, adding more than £100 annually for some households paying for […]

Broadband help packages – check to see if you could save £250 a year on a social tariff

Broadband help packages – check to see if you could save £250 a year on a social tariff finding cheap energy suppliers

Could you be one of the four million households missing out on help with broadband via your provider’s social tariff? If you are on a low income and struggling to keep up with rising broadband prices, then you may qualify for help via your provider’s social tariff.  It’s still a little-known source of support: only 220,000 […]

How to haggle and get the best deals

How to haggle and get the best deals

From broadband to travel or car insurance, knowing how to haggle can get you a better deal and save you money. But how do you do it?  With the rising cost of living and the pressure of inflation, household expenses like broadband and phone bills are increasing. But can you bag something for a cheaper price than what is shown on the […]