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News articles about latest events that happen in UK broadband market plus information, reviews and analysis.
45% of UK Landline Users Unclear About PSTN Switch-Off
Summary A survey of 2,000 UK adults with a home landline found that 45% were unclear about the analogue phone switch-off. The old Public Switched Telephone Network is due to close on 31 January 2027, with calls moving to internet-based digital services.
Direct Virgin Media to Giffgaff Broadband Switch Coming Soon
Summary Giffgaff expects to introduce direct switching for eligible Virgin Media broadband customers, potentially in October 2026. Customers currently need to cancel Virgin Media, wait for the service to end and then place a separate giffgaff order. The existing process can leave
EE Opens 5G Fast Lane to Consumers and Small Businesses
EE has switched on a new feature called Fast Lane, giving pay monthly customers access to a reserved section of its 5G Standalone network when cells become congested. It arrives on a new premium plan called Full Works Plus, which costs £5
Sky Sports Multiview Launches on Glass, Stream and Q
Sky will introduce a new television feature that lets Sky Sports subscribers watch as many as four live events simultaneously on one screen. Your Multiview launches on 21 August 2026 across Sky Glass, Sky Stream and Sky Q. The feature arrives as
BT boosts broadband Reward Cards up to £200 and adds 2026 price freeze
Summary BT’s latest broadband offers go live from today, with boosted Virtual Reward Cards worth £175 or £200, available until 5 March 2026. Fibre 1, Fibre 2 and Full Fibre 150 will include a £175 BT Reward Card. The faster Full Fibre
Vodafone, Plusnet and BT win latest Best Broadband Provider awards
Summary Expert Reviews published its Best Broadband Awards 2026 using a survey of 1,544 UK adults conducted in September 2025. Vodafone won Best Broadband Provider overall and took six category wins across the 12 awards. Plusnet won four categories, while BT Broadband