Britons Would Rather Cut Back On Vacations Than Technology

By Christopher Nickson
August 06, 2009

A new study reveals that Britons would rather spend less on eating out and vacations than cut back on communications technology.

What do Britons love? On the basis of a new study by government watchdog Ofcom, it’s definitely communication technology – mobile phones and broadband.


Ofcom's Peter Phillips told the BBC:

"Despite the recession, people are spending more time watching TV, using their mobile phone or accessing the internet.”

"They would rather do without meals out or holidays than give up their phone, broadband or pay TV package.”

"Meanwhile, we are becoming more canny about the way we pay for these services.”

"Almost half of us economize by taking a bundle of communications services from a single supplier, while one-fifth opt for cheaper mobile contracts which don't include an expensive new phone."

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