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Are YOU missing out on half-price internet?
Ofcom says just 1.2% of those eligible for social broadband tariffs have signed up
Millions of households could save up to £144 a year on broadband by taking advantage of 'social tariffs', but have yet to claim their discount.
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/are-you-missing-out-on-half-price-internet-ofcom-says-just-1-2-of-those-eligible-for-social-broadband-tariffs-have-signed-up/ar-AATYkR4?ocid=msedgntp
Millions of households could save up to £144 a year on broadband by taking advantage of 'social tariffs', but have yet to claim their discount.
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/are-you-missing-out-on-half-price-internet-ofcom-says-just-1-2-of-those-eligible-for-social-broadband-tariffs-have-signed-up/ar-AATYkR4?ocid=msedgntp
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Here's the Tariffs if you qualify.....
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-telecoms-and-internet/advice-for-consumers/costs-and-billing/social-tariffs
Still working for Seasons.
@HAYSIE
Crikey, I hope I'm still working at your age.
My old boss thought so highly of me that he still pays me.
I am in my seventh year of retirement.
So not actually working, but still on the payroll.
@HAYSIE
He probably thought it's less hassle for him when you are not working.
She's a decent horse, and will be very good next Season in mares races over fences
Now I dont care if my internet goes down.
The BT premium is a complete waste of money.
Millions of households could save up to £144 a year on broadband by taking advantage of 'social tariffs', but have yet to claim their discount.
Just 1.2 per cent of those eligible have applied for the discounted broadband scheme meaning they are paying more for internet connection than they need too.
Only 55,000 households have applied for the specially discounted broadband, available to 4.2million households currently on Universal Credit, Ofcom says.
It is calling on all broadband firms to support struggling households by introducing their own social tariffs, as the cost of living continues to rise.
The discounted packages are priced at under £20 a month meaning that households on Universal Credit could be saving an additional £144 a year.
Despite the savings, Ofcom's research shows that 84 per cent of benefits recipients are unaware of social tariffs and take-up is extremely low.
'If you are a Universal Credit recipient and are looking to reduce your monthly outgoings, speak to your broadband provider today and find out if they offer a social tariff you are eligible for.'
What 'social tariffs' are available to me?
There are a handful of broadband providers offering 'social tariffs' to those on a low income or Universal Credit.
BT Home Essentials offers a £15 a month deal for speeds of 36Mbps, or a speedier version of 67Mbps for £20 a month.
Hyperoptic are giving customers some of the fastest speeds of 50Mbps on its Fair Fibre 50 deal for £15 per month or you can upgrade to 150Mbps for £25 a month.
TalkTalk is the only provider currently offering free broadband for customers in need and eligible consumers will receive speeds of up to 40Mbps.
Community Fibre is also available for £10 a month but will only come with speeds of 10 Mbps, and is only available for customers in London.
Income Support, Pension Credit, Income-related Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), Housing Benefit, Personal Independence Payment, Attendance Allowance, Universal Credit, Care Leavers support, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance.
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/are-you-missing-out-on-half-price-internet-ofcom-says-just-1-2-of-those-eligible-for-social-broadband-tariffs-have-signed-up/ar-AATYkR4?ocid=msedgntp
I had to check this out (obviously
"we offer Non-Chargeable Broadband as a donation to places of care-giving"
Very honourable ..... WELL DONE TalkTalk