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One Touch Switch: How UK Broadband Switching Works

Switching broadband providers in the UK now works through One Touch Switch, designed to make moving supplier simpler. This guide explains what the process is, how it works step by step, what it does and does not cover, and the consumer protections that come with switching.

20 Oct 2026 6 min read

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One Touch Switch: How UK Broadband Switching Works

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Pounds-and-Pence Price Rises and Your True Contract Cost

Under current rules, broadband mid-contract price rises in new contracts are shown as a fixed amount in pounds and pence, which makes it easier to work out your true cost over a contract. This guide explains how pounds-and-pence rises work, how to calculate the real total cost of a contract, and what to factor in so you can compare deals fairly.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

17 Aug 2026 6 min

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The 2025 Ofcom Rules on Mid-Contract Price Rises

New Ofcom rules have changed how broadband and mobile providers can raise prices mid-contract, requiring any increase to be set out clearly in pounds and pence rather than linked to inflation. This guide explains what the rules change, why they were introduced, how they affect new contracts, and what to look for so you understand future increases before you sign.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

22 Jul 2026 6 min

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How to Compare Broadband Deals Beyond the Headline Price

The headline monthly price is only one part of a broadband deal, and comparing on it alone can be misleading. This guide explains the factors that matter beyond the price, from speed and connection type to contract terms and the true total cost, so you can compare deals fairly and choose one that genuinely suits your household.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

15 Jul 2026 6 min

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Broadband Pricing, Contracts and Your Consumer Rights

Broadband pricing, contract terms and consumer rights are closely linked, and understanding them helps you avoid overpaying and know where you stand. This overview pulls together how mid-contract price rises now work, what to check in a contract, how social tariffs and out-of-contract pricing fit in, and the rights you have if something goes wrong with your provider.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

3 Jul 2026 5 min

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Can You Leave Your Broadband Contract If the Price Rises?

Whether you can leave a broadband contract penalty-free if the price goes up depends on the type of increase and your contract terms. This guide explains how your rights generally work, the difference between expected and unexpected rises, what current rules mean for new contracts, and the steps to take if you think you can exit, so you know where you stand.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

29 Jun 2026 7 min

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Out-of-Contract Broadband: Why Staying Put Can Cost More

When a broadband contract ends, you often move onto an out-of-contract price that can be higher than what you were paying or what new customers are offered. This guide explains what out-of-contract means, why it can cost more, how to tell if you are affected, and the practical steps to take so you are not paying more than you need to.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

5 Jun 2026 6 min

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