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Lottie Gibbons

Martin Lewis' warning to everyone who has broadband

Martin Lewis has issued a warning to everyone who has broadband amid an upcoming price hike in April.

The MoneySavingExpert founder previously said that broadband prices could jump considerably. He warned of a 15% increase in internet bills.

Martin said: "If they enact them this year, and the likelihood is they will, this could mean 15%-ish hikes this spring. This usually happens in April for most of the major broadband providers, which is going to be another hit for many people.

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"If you’re paying £40, that’s £6 a month extra. Even switchers’ deals will probably do this but of course, it’s £6 a month extra on £40 or if you pay £20 a month, it’s only £3 a month extra."

At the time, Martin told readers to compare their current deal and switch supplier if necessary. However, on a recent BBC podcast, Martin explained that BT, EE, Plusnet, Sky, TalkTalk and Three had all announced an April price increase.

He said: "BT, EE and Plusnet will have a typical rise of 14.4 per cent in April on broadband and mobile."

Martin added that Sky customers would see a 9% rise, TalkTalk users on a non-fixed broadband tariff would see a 14.2% increase and Three broadband would rise by 4.5%, while mobile increases by 14.4%.

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