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Cuts to energy tariff premiums and clearer bills
Ofgem has published a report showing that its regulatory reforms to the energy market introduced following its supply market probe are benefiting consumers. A key reform is already delivering significant benefits to consumers by cutting unjustified price premiums.
BT's Sky Sports channel pricing
Michael Phillips of Digitalchoices.co.uk comments on BT's Sky Sports channel pricing: "The coming season's pay-TV decision for football fans has just got a lot harder.
Mobile phone usage abroad could cost you dear
Consumers risk running up large mobile phone bills while abroad because they are in the dark about overseas charges, according to new research from uSwitch.com.
Avoid meltdown in the summer sales - know your rights
Shoppers looking for cheap deals in the summer sales can avoid bargain hunting misery by arming themselves with their consumer rights, Consumer Focus warns today.
Annual energy statements could save consumers over £1,000
Consumers are being urged to look out for a brand new annual energy statement that could be the key to saving over £1,000 on their energy bills, says uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service.
Air France to launch mobile corporate website
Air France is now proposing its corporate website in mobile phone format where the airline’s latest news, practical information, key figures and useful contacts are available in two language versions.
Britain's broadband bothers exposed
A new survey of over 2,500 broadband customers carried out by Broadbandchoices.co.uk has revealed what their priorities are when it comes to the service they receive and the complaints they make.
Online drives recovery for British retail sector
Online retail is expected to be the hero amid sluggish growth for the retail sector overall according to the second annual PayPal Online Retail Report, undertaken by Experian.
Hidden tax on energy bills set to double
Households are paying £84 a year in ‘hidden taxes' on their energy bills to help meet the cost of combating climate change. But mounting pressure could see these taxes more than double to £176 a year within the next decade, warns uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service.
Football fans spend £260 million on World Cup patch-ups
Football fans across the UK are preparing to sacrifice their hard-earned cash as 2.7 million of them say they will compensate their partner with various gifts and gestures for the time they spend watching the World Cup.
The cost of owning and running a home falls 6%
The cost of owning and running a home in the UK has declined by 6% over the past two years, according to new research by Halifax.
Sony Ericsson Yendo with Walkman
Sony Ericsson Yendo with Walkman is the first full touch Walkman phone which combines music, social networking and communication in one colourful phone.
Budget blues - Brits fear they will now be worse off
The Budget has left 67% of consumers - potentially 33 million - feeling worse off, according to new research from uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service.
Sony Ericsson Cedar - Fast and easy connection to communities
Sony Ericsson announces the Cedar, the mobile phone for consumers looking for an easy way to stay connected at an affordable price. The phone offers consumers fast and easy browsing capabilities with features such as 3G HSDPA and easy access to e-mail and social networking sites.
Entertaining smartphones from Sony Ericsson
Xperia brings consumers the best communication and entertainment experiences, delivered in a collection of smartphones to give consumers choice in size and style.