Planning to buy new devices that connect to the internet this Christmas? You might find that your broadband can’t cope!

If your internet service at home is slowing you down, you might want to think about upgrading to faster, fibre based broadband.

With the help of the Digital Durham programme, the availability of fibre broadband expanding further across County Durham. Fibre based broadband brings a range of benefits from faster download and upload speeds, to saving money, to helping all the family get online at the same time.

You can use the Openreach postcode checker to confirm if you can get fibre based broadband now at: www.superfast-openreach.co.uk/where-and-when/

Once available in your area, you’ll need to upgrade to fibre broadband – your current broadband service will not automatically speed up. It may be more affordable than you think. Broadband comparison sites that offer free, impartial advice can often help you find the best deal. Try the site listed below. Other comparison sites are available.

Go to  www.cable.co.uk or call 0800 840 5395

When you find the right package for you, contact your chosen provider to place your order. Be sure to mention that its fibre broadband you want!