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First of all, it was the first provider to offer free calls between its customers, then it was the first to offer free bundled broadband to its phone customers, now TalkTalk customers are being given the opportunity to make use of free local calls, anytime.

From the 1st May all TalkTalk customers will be able to benefit from the free call offer and shortly after, on the 2nd June calls will also be free to all 0845 and 0870 numbers.

According to TalkTalk, a large proportion of UK calls made by its customers are currently to local numbers, so the offer looks set to save its subscription base a far whack whilst giving them the freedom to chat without the worry of a hefty bill. Speaking on the offer, Wendy Becker, managing director of TalkTalk, commented: “At TalkTalk we’re always looking to give customers a better deal, especially in these uncertain times. Given that 70 per cent of all the UK calls that our customers make at to local numbers, making those calls free will give a significant boost to our customers who want to keep in touch with their neighbours, friends and local services.”

To balance out the offer TalkTalk has already confirmed it will be increasing the standard line rental charge to £11.25 a month although this price rise will only be in accordance with BT’s latest line rental increase.