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Millions of people can get discounts on their bills - here's how

Millions of people can get discounts on their bills - here's how

Lower social tariffs allow many people on benefits to get cheaper deals for water, broadband and phone.

June 14, 2026 at 11:25 PM Original source
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— Kathleen McColgan , Executive

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BBC Newsvia rss

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The Philadelphia Inquirervia ai 2 quotes 2 persons

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National Audit Officevia ai

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LAistvia ai 1 quote 1 person

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