Sky hands out cheaper price for households as April bills rise across UK

Today, April 1, many households will face rising bills, leaving many on the lookout for a cheaper option. A recent deal has caught our eye as Sky brings back its lower price on one of its TV and broadband plans.

Sky has reduced its . Typically priced at £40 per month, it's now available with a £5 monthly discount, bringing it down to £35. That's a £120 total for households over the duration of the plan. This package is a popular choice for those who enjoy catching up on their favourite Netflix shows, watching Discovery+ and the usual free-to-air channels like BBC, ITV, and Sky News, all while benefiting from a full-fibre internet package.

Each year prices rise inline with inflation, and it sees bills go up for many household staples including broadband, TV, mobile plans, and services including council tax, water and energy. When it comes to streaming and TV, fans can be caught out with the hikes, while being stuck within a contract. Our TV writer Jake Hackney as you need to know and what it could mean for you.

Customers must commit to a fixed 24-month contract, as The plan combines Sky's latest £15 Essential TV plan with the 150 Full Fibre broadband plan into one straightforward bill. It includes more than 100 TV channels and complimentary Netflix subscriptions - you can

When compared to competitors such as Virgin Media, it's one of the most affordable available. The price hikes set for April 2025 will not affect pay-as-you-go streaming favourites like Netflix, or

start steep at £78.99 per month, primarily due to its faster internet options like the 516Mbps package and the top-tier Mega Volt Package offering blistering 1130Mbps speeds-leaving those on a budget or with modest speed needs with limited choices.

The impending cost surge hitting household bills this April will vary by provider and plan, as well as whether consumers are presently in contract or free from such ties. Uswitch provides an informative guide to navigate these changes.

In the interest of full disclosure, this deal mention is not about escaping the inevitable price hikes - regrettably, this offer will also see fluctuations. What makes it notable is its competitive rate among peers, making it a contender for those in the market for a new deal.

While newcomers won't suffer an increase this April 2025, securing the deal at £35 a month, Sky cautions that the price 'may change' over the contract term. The fine print warns: "Prices may change during this period. New Customers only."