Millions on Universal Credit and benefits could save £234 a year on broadband – we explain how

MILLIONS of Brits on Universal Credit and other benefits are missing out on cheap broadband deals that could save them hundreds of pounds a year.

Special tariffs for low income households could make bills more affordable - but many don't know about them.

Around 10million people are missing out on savings of up to £234 a year, USwitch research reveals.

Just one in six households eligible for these cheaper tariffs are applying for them.

It comes as millions of Brits face soaring prices as the cost of living is increasing and bills are on the up.

Energy bills could hit £2,000 a year while some on Universal Credit are living non £20-a-week less after a temporary uplift through Covid ended last month.

Cheaper broadband deals are offered by several companies and are designed to help those claiming a range of benefits, including Universal Credit.

The average bill for low income families who are eligible for a social tariff but are not getting one, is £34.50 a month.

But the cheapest deal would see their bill come in at £10 a month - nearly £20 cheaper.

Ernest Doku, broadband expert at Uswitch, said: “At a time when the cost of living is soaring for many households, more need to be aware of the deals that might be available to those customers who struggle the most.