Cost-of-living pressure drives three-and-a-half-million broadband and landline switches
Around three and a half million households have changed their broadband or landline provider in the past two years as the cost-of-living crisis tightens budgets.
Data show that over the last two years, roughly three and a half million consumers switched either their broadband or landline service. Analysts attribute the surge to households seeking cheaper options amid rising living costs. The trend reflects broader pressure on discretionary spending and highlights the telecom sector's competitive landscape.
Why it matters
It shows how rising living costs are forcing millions to seek cheaper telecom options, affecting providers and consumer budgets.
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