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Searches for pay-as-you-go (PAYG) deals up 40%
The latest data from moneysupermarket.com shows searches for pay-as-you-go (PAYG) mobiles have surged 40 per cent in the last two months and are set to be a popular gift this Christmas.
Virgin Media's superfast broadband
Commenting on Virgin Media's new superfast next generation broadband offering, James Parker, manager of broadband at price comparison site moneysupermarket.com, said: "Virgin has taken the first steps to move Britain into the future with huge investment in its cable network; enabling it to offer the first broadband package of 50 megabytes.
Inflation falls to 4.1 per cent
Consumer Prices Index (CPI) annual inflation fell to 4.1 per cent in November, down from 4.5 per cent in October, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Ofgem turns heat up on energy suppliers
Ofgem has warned that it will refer to the Competition Commission if it is unhappy with how suppliers take forward its proposals to improve the deal consumers get from the energy market.
Energy bills will still cost £250 a year more than in January 2008
Consumers are being warned not to become complacent about energy bills following speculation about price cuts next year.
Uswitch.com: Virgin Media's new 50Mb broadband service
As Virgin Media launches what is advertised as the UK's fastest broadband connection, Will Marples, communications manager at uSwitch.com comments on what the first 50Mb broadband connection means for consumers:
Virgin Media's 50MB broadband service
Michael Phillips, Product Director, BroadbandChoices.co.uk said:
Virgin Media launches ultrafast 50Mb broadband service
Virgin Media, UK broadband provider, has launched its much anticipated ultrafast 50Mb broadband service. Giving customers nearly nine times the average headline broadband speed in the UK, the launch of the 50Mb service is a seismic leap forward for broadband access in the UK and the coming of age of Virgin Media's unique fibre optic cable network.
Beating the Christmas credit crunch
Consumers are becoming savvier when it comes to paying for Christmas this year, according to the Halifax. More than one in five (23%) of those who will be using their savings to pay for presents have started saving earlier for Christmas and 71% are using their own cash to pay for gifts.
How to keep children virtually safe this Xmas
Parents who are buying computers for Christmas need to get up to speed with parental control software to help protect their children from online dangers, including cyber bullying and online predators, says the Which? Complete Guide to Protect Your PC.
BBC, ITV and BT join for on-demand broadband TV
BroadbandChoices.co.uk comments on the news that the BBC, ITV and BT are joining together to promote a common industry approach to deliver on-demand TV over broadband for consumers.
Confused.com: Ed Miliband’s call to energy suppliers
Gareth Kloet, head of energy at Confused.com, comments on Ed Miliband’s call to energy suppliers: "Energy secretary, Ed Miliband's, decision to urge energy companies to pass on savings to consumers - which have come about as a result of a reduction in wholesale energy costs - is welcome, if not predictable.
Threat of legal action against energy companies
Commenting on reports that Ed Miliband, the Energy Secretary, has said that the Government would be prepared to legislate if energy companies do not come up with a fairer pricing structure, Tim Wolfenden, energy expert at uSwitch.com, says: "Today's warning serves two purposes.
Consumers surge online on “Mega Monday”
Monday December 8th 2008 was the biggest online shopping day this year with sales volumes up 18% and values up 14% as consumers flocked online to purchase their Christmas presents.
Grandparents set to spend £50 per grandchild at Christmas
Despite the current economic crisis, grandparents are set to spend £50 on average per grandchild at Christmas.