General · 13 July 2026
Switching broadband, banks, and energy is now easier and saves money
Regulators have recently made it simpler to switch providers for broadband, pay TV, and energy, with banks even offering cash incentives. Services like Ofcom's One Touch Switch and the Current Account Switch Service automate much of the process, meaning you often only need to contact your new provider. Switching providers makes saving hundreds of pounds much less hassle, even allowing you to choose a new account date for bank transfers.
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