Learn more about social tariffs
and see what packages are available
If you or someone in your household claims benefits, then special discounted home broadband packages are available.
These ‘social tariffs’ are cheaper broadband packages typically costing between £10 - £23 a month on average. Some providers label them as essential or basic broadband.
Our research shows the majority of consumers in Northern Ireland are unaware of social tariffs and only 5% are signed up to these packages.
They are delivered in the same way as normal packages, just at a lower price.
If you or someone in your household claims Universal Credit, you could switch to any of the tariffs available.
All major providers also include people on Pension Credit, Employment and Support Allowance, Jobseeker’s Allowance and Income Support.
Some providers might include additional benefits, like Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance.
The person receiving the benefit needs to be the main person on the contract.
In addition to being cheaper, social tariffs:
and see what packages are available