Britons encouraged to reduce Christmas phone outgoings

Britons looking to improve their money management over the Christmas holiday period should make sure they do not pay over the odds for international phone calls to their loved ones, it has been suggested.

According to the online information resource HomePhoneChoices.co.uk, people might be paying more than they need to for international calls to family members by failing to make use of things like overseas call plans.

Product director at the website Michael Phillips has noted that the end of the year may already be placing a financial strain on some people.

Those looking to avoid things like credit card debt may therefore be interested to note that he believes it is "troubling to see so many people prepared to waste money by making international calls through their landline phone, ignoring cheaper options".

Earlier in the year, BroadbandChoices.co.uk provided a range of advice to students who were looking to find the most cost-effective mobile broadband deals available to suit their needs.

Written by Martin Peacock.