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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
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Gemma Sherlock

Three, BT, EE, Sky and Virgin respond to Martin Lewis' criticism on data roaming Ofcom report

Mobile phone providers have said they offer customers affordable and clear data roaming deals despite a damning report which suggests millions are being caught out with unexpected charges while abroad.

The mobile networks have responded following the warning from Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis who said UK travellers could be hit with unexpected mobile roaming costs for using just a minute of data abroad. Three have said their deals are simple and clear for customers while Giffgaff say their users have full control of their usage.

Data roaming, which occurs when your phone disconnects from your carrier's network and hops onto another network, can carry hefty fees. A number of operators brought back the additional fees for UK customers while holidaying in the EU following Brexit but were previously banned from doing so.

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