Mobile phone users can set web bill ceiling
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.New moves limiting mobile phone bills for surfing the internet came into force yesterday – potentially saving customers from "horrible shocks", according to the European Commission.
New moves limiting mobile phone bills for surfing the internet came into force yesterday – potentially saving customers from “horrible shocks”, according to the European Commission.
Customers can now oblige mobile phone operators to cut them off when their surfing bill reaches a pre-set amount. And if customers do not set a limit, EU rules require the operator not to allow the bill to exceed €50 (£45) a month without warning the user. The limit runs until July, by which time it is hoped users will be routinely informing operators of their spending ceiling.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments