Millions of phone and broadband customers face £276 contract hike this year
manchestereveningnews.co.ukDespite energy bills falling this year some household fixed costs continue to increase at an inflation-busting rate, with Brits now paying an eye-watering £14 billion a year for their broadband and mobile phones.
People in Greater Manchester are among the worst hit by price rises, with many now paying an extra £17.70 per month simply to get online.
Switching providers has long been among the best ways to get a better deal on your mobile phone or broadband contract, but over half of Brits still remain with the same provider for five years or more, meaning most people are now paying over the odds to stay connected.
According to data analysis by Uswitch, those who have been with their provider for over seven years are worst hit, paying 45 per cent more for their phone and WiFi.
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