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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
Business
David Snelling & Ellie Kemp

Millions of households miss out on discounted broadband - find out if you are eligible

Millions of households are missing out on discounted broadband deals which they are eligible for, the latest research from Ofcom has shown.

Just five percent of UK homes that fit the criteria for so-called "Social Tariffs" have actually signed up for them. The tariffs offer cut-price rates and do not ask customers to sign up for long-term contracts, helping to save hundreds of pounds annually.

The plans are available via all of the major Internet Service Providers (ISPs), reports the Express. Now, broadband users across the country are being urged to check whether they could make the switch.

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