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Social tariffs are cheaper broadband and phone packages for people claiming Universal Credit, Pension Credit and some other benefits. Some providers call them ‘essential’ or ‘basic’ broadband.
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Social tariffs: Cheaper broadband and phone packages
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Re: Social tariffs: Cheaper broadband and phone packages
Ah yes, the poverty trap. Earn an extra £1, lose (potentially) thousands in cascading benefits when you cease to qualify.
Carer's Allowance has been in the news as a case in point.
Carer's Allowance has been in the news as a case in point.
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