Hot weather

The weather is exceptionally hot. View guidance on conserving water and staying safe in hot weather and what to do if you see someone sleeping on the streets on Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP).

Cheaper broadband and phone packages

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

  • Universal Credit
  • Pension Credit
  • some other benefits

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.