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Cheaper broadband and phone packages

Some broadband providers offer cheaper broadband and phone packages (called 'social tariffs') for people claiming:

Some providers may also call these packages ‘essential’ or ‘basic’ broadband.

Broadband social tariffs are delivered in the same way as normal packages, but at a lower price.

For a list of available tariffs and to find out if you're eligible, visit the Ofcom website.

Find out other ways you can reduce broadband, phone and pay-TV costs on the Ofcom website.