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Will the Switch-Off Affect Your Landline and Devices?

The move from the old analogue phone network to digital services can affect your landline and any devices that relied on it, from alarms to other connected equipment. This guide explains which devices may be affected, why the change matters, and the practical checks to make so important equipment keeps working through the switchover.

24 Jul 2026 6 min read

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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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The PSTN Switch-Off Explained and What It Means for You

The PSTN switch-off is the retirement of the UK's old analogue phone network, with services moving to digital connections that run over broadband. This guide explains what the switch-off involves, why it is happening, how it affects your phone line and broadband, and the practical steps to take, so the change feels clear rather than confusing.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

20 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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Choosing a Broadband Provider and Connection: A Guide

Choosing a broadband provider and connection means weighing more than the headline price, from the connection type available at your address to the speed your household needs and how to compare deals fairly. This overview pulls together the main things to consider, so you can approach the choice with a clear sense of what matters and where to look in more detail.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

1 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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Hidden Costs on a Broadband Bill, Explained

The advertised price of a broadband deal is not always the full story, because setup fees, router charges and other costs can add to what you actually pay. This guide explains the common costs to look out for, which are avoidable and which are not, and how to estimate your true monthly cost so the deal you choose matches what you really pay.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

24 Jun 2026 6 min

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The Universal Service Obligation and Your Broadband Right

The broadband Universal Service Obligation gives eligible UK homes and businesses a legal right to request a basic, decent broadband connection if they cannot already get one. This guide explains what the obligation is, the kind of connection it covers, who may be eligible, and how the process generally works, so you understand this safety-net right.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

15 Jun 2026 6 min

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Copper Switch-Off: What Openreach Stop-Sell Means for You

As full fibre expands, the old copper network is being wound down, and a process called stop-sell affects what broadband you can order in many areas. This guide explains what stop-sell means, why it is happening, how it affects new and existing connections, and what to check, so the move away from copper is clear rather than worrying.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

10 Jun 2026 6 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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