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Government boost for broadband

Gareth Kloet, Head of Utilities at Confused.com comments: "Mandelson pledging to invest £1billion in the UK's digital infrastructure is fantastic news for those wanting to get online in rural and hard to reach areas.

£1 billion investment in super-fast broadband

Rural communities and hard to reach areas who do not have access to next generation broadband will benefit from a share of £1 billion of Government investment said Business Secretary, Lord Mandelson today.

Pensioners advised to review energy bills

Gareth Kloet, Head of energy reminds people to keep warm this winter: "Pensioners are one of the most vulnerable groups when it comes to cold weather and as we experience the coldest snap for over 30 years, for those worried about unaffordable high bills, help is at hand.

Google offers new model to buy a mobile phone

Google has unveiled a new way for consumers to purchase an Android mobile phone, a web store hosted by Google.

UK’s cheapest line rental deal

Homephonechoices.co.uk is delighted to announce it has once again secured the cheapest stand-alone line rental deal available in the UK, with no additional package costs.

High housing costs forces cut down on heating

As the cold snap continues across Britain, bringing what could be the coldest winter for 30 years, Shelter has released new research showing that one in four people are having to reduce the amount they spend on heating because of high housing costs.

Consumers urged to plan their finances in 2010

Unbiased.co.uk, the professional advice website, announces the launch of its new Financial Calendar tool, designed to help consumers create their own personal finance calendar and help them keep track of their key financial dates.

Consumer confidence falls back in December

The Nationwide Consumer Confidence Index recorded a five point decrease in December to 69 - its biggest fall since November 2008.

Boiler scrappage kicks in

The boiler scrappage scheme kick in today. The move is expected to help 125,000 households upgrade to an energy efficient boiler, which will reduce carbon, save money on energy bills and safeguard jobs in boiler manufacturing and installing.

Confused.com: Boiler scrappage scheme

Gareth Kloet, Head of Utilities at Confused.com comments on today's announcement from the DECC regarding the kick-start to the boiler scrappage scheme in England.

The Government's £400 boiler scrappage allowance

Commenting on the launch of the Government's £400 boiler scrappage allowance, Scott Byrom, utilities manager at moneysupermarket.com said: "It is great to see the Government launch the boiler scrappage scheme announced in the Pre-Budget report last month.

Nearly 20 million Brits have not switched on to switching

2009 will definitely be remembered as the year we tried to tighten our belts. However, according to new research by comparison site Gocompare.com, nearly 20 million UK consumers haven't switched providers for everyday financial services and utilities in the last 12 months.