What the #AwfulApril price hikes mean for you
April brings longer days and warmer weather but for millions of UK households, it’s also bringing yet another broadband price hike, #AwfulApril!
As reported by the BBC, some of the UK’s biggest broadband providers are increasing their prices in April by up to 10% – meaning customers will be stuck paying more mid-contract, despite the fixed price originally agreed.
We’re calling it #AwfulApril because we think it’s unfair.
At Quickline, we never raise prices mid-contract. The price you sign up for is the price you pay, giving you certainty and peace of mind.
There’s no excuse for hitting loyal customers with price hikes, especially when household budgets are already stretched.
How much more will you pay?
Many broadband companies tie their price rises to inflation (CPI or RPI) plus an extra percentage – which means you end up paying even more than you expected.
For example:
- If you currently pay £40 per month, a 10% increase means you’ll soon be paying £44 per month.
- Over a two-year contract, that’s a whopping £96 – money that could be better spent on household essentials.
And it’s not just broadband. Mobile contracts are rising too, so some households will be hit twice.
Why are these price hikes so unfair?
- They break the spirit of a contract – you sign up expecting a fixed price.
- They make budgeting harder – how can you plan if your bills keep rising?
- They often trap customers – unless your provider lets you leave, you’re stuck paying more or facing a hefty exit fee.
At Quickline, we do things differently. No mid-contract price hikes – ever.
What can you do about #AwfulApril?
If your provider is increasing prices in April:
- Check if you can leave penalty-free – some providers allow you to exit within 30 days of a price rise notice.
- Switch to a provider that guarantees no mid-contract price hikes – so you never get caught out again.
Turn #AwfulApril into #BrilliantBroadband
You don’t have to accept unfair price hikes. Choose Quickline – a broadband company that puts customers first.
- No mid-contract price rises – ever
- Fair, transparent pricing from day one
- Fast, reliable broadband – without any nasty surprises
Ready to switch?
To turn #AwfulApril into #BrilliantBroadband click here for more details.
