Watchdog names the best and worst UK broadband and phone network providers

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8 Aug 2025 • 1:42 AM MYT
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  • Ofcom's latest report on customer complaints for January to March reveals TalkTalk as the leading source of grievances for broadband and landline services.
  • O2, Three, and iD Mobile were identified as the most complained-about mobile providers, while Virgin Media received the highest number of complaints for pay-TV.
  • Conversely, Plusnet generated the fewest complaints among broadband providers, and EE, Sky Mobile, Tesco Mobile, and Vodafone were the least problematic mobile networks.
  • The regulator publishes these quarterly figures to provide transparency on consumer experiences, assist customers in choosing providers, and encourage service improvements.
  • While overall complaint numbers have stabilised, Ofcom urges providers to enhance customer service, with TalkTalk and Virgin Media O2 acknowledging the need for further improvements.

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