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Altnets vs the Big Providers: What to Know

Alternative network providers, or altnets, build their own full-fibre networks and compete with the larger established providers, often in specific areas. This guide explains what altnets are, how they differ from the big providers, what they tend to offer, and what to check before choosing one, so you can weigh the options for your address.

19 Aug 2026 6 min read
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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

6 min
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The Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme Explained

The Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme is a government-backed form of funding support that can help cover the cost of installing gigabit-capable broadband in eligible rural areas. This guide explains what the scheme is, how it generally works, who it tends to help, and how to find out whether it applies to your area, so the support is clear rather than confusing.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

6 min
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Broadband Social Tariffs: Who Qualifies and How to Check

Broadband social tariffs are lower-cost plans available to households receiving certain benefits, yet many eligible people are unaware they exist. This guide explains what social tariffs are, who generally qualifies, how to check your eligibility, and what to consider, so cost is less of a barrier to staying connected for those who qualify.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

6 min
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How to Lower Your Broadband Bill Without Losing Speed

You can often reduce your broadband bill without giving up the speed your household relies on, by reviewing your contract status, trimming avoidable costs and matching your plan to your real usage. This guide walks through practical steps to lower the cost while keeping the performance you need, so you pay for the service you use rather than extras you do not.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

6 min
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5G and 4G Home Broadband vs Full Fibre: When It Fits

5G and 4G home broadband deliver internet over a mobile network instead of a fixed line, offering an alternative to full fibre in some situations. This guide explains how mobile home broadband works, how it compares with full fibre, and when fixed wireless makes sense, so you can weigh the options for your home and area.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

6 min
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Project Gigabit Explained for Hard-to-Reach UK Areas

Project Gigabit is the UK government's programme to extend gigabit-capable broadband to hard-to-reach areas that commercial rollout might not otherwise cover. This guide explains what the programme is, how it generally works, what it means for rural and underserved communities, and how to stay informed as coverage expands toward your area.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

6 min
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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.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6 min

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