Martin Lewis reveals how you could save hundreds of pounds on broadband every year as he urges customers to act ahead of Black Friday The British money saving expert said customers could save thousands READ MORE: Martin Lewis urges people that now is the 'crucial moment to act' to boost your savings By ALICE WADE Published: 23:01 GMT, 26 November 2024 | Updated: 23:05 GMT, 26 November 2024 e-mail View comments Martin Lewis has revealed how the Black Friday sales could be the key to saving hundreds of pounds on broadband every year. The British money saving expert, 52, said customers could substantially reduce their bills, during a segment on Tuesday's episode of his live money show on ITV . With Black Friday rapidly approaching, Martin implored customers who are out of a contract or near the end of one to use comparison websites to pursue the best deals and potentially save hundreds on monthly bills every year. He said previous years have offered 'dud' Black Friday deals, but claims that 2024 has some strong contenders for saving cash. The finance guru advised that these can be found by using comparison websites and by haggling with broadband providers. During the programme, he asked: 'Are Black Friday broadband deals worth it this year?' before answering with an enthusiastic 'yes'. 'Some years they're duds. This year I am seeing some of the cheapest prices we've seen for broadband in 2024 so it is worth a look,' he encouraged. 'Seven million people are out of a contract and therefore free to switch and could save.' Martin Lewis has revealed how the Black Friday sales could be the key to saving hundreds of pounds on broadband every year Martin explained that customers could save hundreds or even thousands every year if they use current Black Friday savings to score the best deal. He said: 'It is hundreds of pounds. You're paying £40 to £60 a month and most people who are out of contracts for relatively slow speeds. These prices are a fraction. 'Again, the best deals are by comparison sites. Why? Because if firms give you the best deals and incentives direct, they have to offer them to existing customers. 'If they give them via comparison sites, they don't so they put them on comparison sites direct.' The finance guru went on to give some examples of savings viewers could make, saying: 'On various sites, there's Virgin deals up to 264mbps for between £17 and £19 per month all in. ' Vodafone up to 500mbps for £18 to £25 per month, 150-500mbps. Those are the types of prices we're seeing at the moment but it depends on which site you go to. 'All of these are incentive based deals. What do I mean? Have a £100 Amazon voucher, have £100 cash back and I've factored that into the price over the contract so you won't see a price that cheap but once you factor in the cash back, that reduces the price.' During the segment, one viewer wrote in to the show to share how they had saved more than £100 a month on their monthly outgoings, including broadband. The British money saving expert, 52, said customers could substantially reduce their broadband bills Unlike previous years, Martin claims that 2024's Black Friday broadband deals are worth it With Black Friday rapidly approaching, Martin implored customers who are out of a contract or near the end of one to use comparison websites to pursue the best deals Read More Martin Lewis urges people that now is the 'crucial moment to act' to boost your savings The viewer's comment read: 'I took your advice when renewing my broadband and TV contract. 'I managed to get all television, sport, movie, Netflix , internet and phone currently costing £186 for £66 for 24 months. I shall be haggling again when this runs out.' This gave them a saving of £120 per month and therefore £1,440 over the course of a 12 month period. Over two years, this means a whopping saving of nearly £3,000 all in. Martin also encouraged customers to ensure they haggle with broadband providers to ensure they get the best deals possible. 'The whole point on haggling means you need to bench mark what's out there what other people will sell you for so again, another really good price if you're nearly out of contract or out of contract. 'And remember, if they won't give you the deal that you want, try and get through to disconnections. Don't be mean, don't be rude, it's not the call centres fault. 'Disconnections, otherwise known as customer retentions, it's where they give you the best deals,' he concluded. It comes after Martin revealed whether premium bonds are really worth it - or if you're better investing your cash elsewhere. He shared the insights on a recent episode of The Martin Lewis Podcast . Martin previously explained that while more than 22 million people in the UK have premium bonds, some people could actually make smarter financial choices by avoiding them. Picture: Stock image Martin explained that while more than 22 million people in the UK have premium bonds, some people could actually make smarter financial choices by avoiding them altogether. With the UK holding more than £100billion in premium bonds, not everyone will be able to rake in the profits they hope for. In fact, Martin explained that if you're only planning to invest a small amount into the bonds, then other forms of savings are likely a 'better bet'. 'It is an incredibly popular form of savings,' he explained, adding that the capital you invest into the bonds is safe. But after saying that they're a tempting option due to the winning process and being tax-free, he added: 'For those people only putting a small amount in and who don't pay tax on savings - which is a lot of people - premium bonds are a bad bet. 'I mean, there will always be someone who beats the odds and has more than typical luck but they're a bad bet.' Black Friday Martin Lewis Share or comment on this article: Martin Lewis reveals how you could save hundreds of pounds on broadband every year as he urges customers to act ahead of Black Friday e-mail Add comment

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"This backlog was admitted by Canada and while parties may have different views on the number of backlogged cases, the existence of a backlog is undisputed," the letter says. Blackstock called it "yet another excellent decision" made on the facts. "I think it's important that Canada learns a lesson," she said, "that when we raise legitimate concerns from First Nations, agencies, people on the ground — and families are saying, 'You're out of compliance and provide solutions' — that they have to move forward and do that, because children's lives are literally on the line." Cindy Blackstock, executive director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society, filed the complaint along with the Assembly of First Nations in 2007. (Vanna Blacksmith/CBC) The tribunal, a court-like panel that investigates discrimination complaints, ordered Canada to report back with a detailed plan, targets and timelines by Dec. 10. A spokesperson for Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu didn't comment on the decision directly but said Canada has spent nearly $8.1 billion to meet the needs of First Nations children through Jordan's Principle since 2016. "We remain focused on ensuring First Nations children can access services they need. We are currently reviewing the CHRT's decision and will have more to say soon," wrote press secretary Jennifer Kozelj in an emailed statement. The Assembly of First Nations has not responded to a request for comment. Criteria needed for urgent cases Currently, the timelines for Canada to respond to urgent requests are 12 hours for individuals and 48 hours for groups. Canada responded to Blackstock's motion by seeking to modify the timelines, but the tribunal refused. Canada argued requests were being misclassified, with things like modelling headshots, a snowmobile, a lawn mower, glow sticks, televisions and a zip line kit being labelled improperly as urgent. The Caring Society had motioned for the creation of a complaints mechanism to ensure accountability in the program. Both Canada and the Caring Society had parts of their motions granted. "The tribunal ... agrees that the backlogs need to be addressed and objective criteria for urgent cases must be developed as a priority," the letter says. Tribunal urges First Nations, feds to 'leave their conflicts aside' on Jordan's Principle issues Feds urge human rights tribunal to dismiss concerns over Jordan's Principle backlog "The tribunal agrees it would be best to have broad consultations with First Nations for the creation of a permanent independent Indigenous-led complaints mechanism." The ruling sends a strong message to the government about how it must behave when these disputes arise, according to Blackstock. "It reminds Canada of its obligations to consult, and it reminds Canada that they have to come forward with evidence-based solutions, not just something off the back of a napkin," she said. "They also remind Canada that children's human rights are minimum standards. They're not aspirations." The tribunal has not ordered any specific reforms, only consultations to try and reach solutions everyone agrees on. The parties include the Caring Society, AFN, Chiefs of Ontario and Nishnawbe Aski Nation. The legal battle dates back nearly 18 years to early 2007, when the Caring Society and AFN filed a human rights complaint alleging the chronic underfunding of on-reserve child and family services was racially discriminatory. 'Funding crisis' for Jordan's Principle jeopardizes Manitoba First Nations children's lives: chief First Nations leaders split on strategy amid Jordan's Principle hearing The tribunal upheld the allegation in a landmark 2016 decision, and since then it has sought to reform the programs. In 2019, the tribunal ordered compensation for the victims, which eventually led to a court-approved $23.3-billion compensation deal. The tribunal's orders also led to a separate proposed $47.8-billion deal to reform the on-reserve child welfare program over 10 years, but in October chiefs voted this deal down and called for new negotiations. The tribunal also ordered Canada to properly implement Jordan's Principle and reform that program long term, but so far no agreement has been reached.

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