Ernest Doku, broadband expert at Uswitch.com, comments: “It’s hugely impressive that 90% of the Virgin Media O2 network can now access gigabit speeds, and puts the company on track to upgrade their entire network by the end of the year.
“Meanwhile, Openreach is lagging far behind, with fewer than six million premises able to receive gigabit speeds nationwide. With threats that BT will ‘build like fury’, Virgin Media O2 is keeping the pressure on them with these latest developments.
“Ofcom’s recent announcement of ‘One Touch Switch’ will simplify the process of switching between networks when it is introduced in 2023.
“If you are considering upgrading your broadband package, use an online speed checker to see what speeds you’re currently getting, then do a comparison online to see what deals are available to you.”
To find out broadband speeds for your exact address, use Uswitch’s postcode checker.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Isabel Green
Phone: +44 7913 954048
Email: isabel.green@rvu.co.uk
Twitter: @UswitchPR
About Uswitch
Uswitch is one of the UK’s top comparison websites for home services switching, including energy, broadband and mobiles.
More people go to Uswitch to switch their energy, broadband and mobile than any other site, and we have saved consumers over £2.7 billion off their bills since we launched in September 2000.
Free mobile app Utrack also helps households manage their home energy usage and make potential savings.
Uswitch is part of RVU, a group of online brands with a mission to empower consumers to make more confident home services, insurance and financial decisions.
