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Uswitch comments on superfast broadband being available to 95% of UK premises

Commenting on the Government’s announcement that superfast broadband is now available to 95% of UK premises, Richard Neudegg, head of regulation at Uswitch.com, says:

“The confirmation that superfast broadband has been extended to 95% of the UK is good news for the many consumers across the country demanding more reliable broadband. But to see the benefit, customers do need to be taking up these services.

“The big challenge now is to give more consumers the confidence to upgrade by making sure the pricing is competitive and to ensure customers know what services are available to their home.

“Our research from last year found that only 57% of users believed they could access superfast services in their area and as it stands, customers currently have no meaningful way to compare side-by-side the speed of service they are getting today with what they might expect from an upgrade.

“There are simple remedies that could be introduced at a relatively low cost to industry that could really help consumers better understand the benefits and value of a superfast service. Now is the time for action.”

Find out how you could save over £1,000 a year with Uswitchhere.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Claire Jones

Phone: 020 7148 4663

Email: Claire.Jones@uswitch.com

Twitter: @uswitchPR

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