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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.

22 Jul 2026 6 min read
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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 Run an Accurate Broadband Speed Test

A broadband speed test measures your connection's download speed, upload speed and latency, but how you run it affects how accurate the result is. This guide explains how to test properly, why a wired test gives the clearest reading, and how to interpret download, upload and latency figures so you understand what your connection is actually delivering.

By Oliver Reed — Home Broadband Researcher

6 min
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Download vs Upload Speed vs Latency: What Matters When

Download speed, upload speed and latency are three separate measures of a broadband connection, and each matters for different activities. This guide explains what each one means in plain terms, which everyday tasks depend on which, and how to read the numbers on a broadband deal so you can match a connection to how your household actually uses the internet.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

6 min
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Telecare and the Digital Switchover: What to Check

As the old phone network is retired and services move to digital, telecare devices that relied on the analogue line need careful checking, especially for vulnerable users. This guide explains how the digital switchover affects telecare, why it matters for safety, what to check with providers, and the steps to take so important alarms and devices keep working.

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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Moving Home in the UK: Sort Your Broadband First

Sorting out your broadband before you move into a new home in the UK can save you from days without internet and unexpected surprises. This guide explains how to check what connection serves the new address, what to arrange with your provider, the timing to allow, and the practical steps to take so your broadband is ready when you arrive.

By Clara Whitfield — Broadband Deals Editor

6 min

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