Question

RPI @4% does equate 20% price hike

  • 14 April 2023
  • 4 replies
  • 77 views
Graham S
Rank

If the CPI/RPI increase is based on just under 4% as stated in emails from iD, why has my bill gone up by 20%? 

This topic has been closed for comments

4 replies

WelshPaul
Rank
Userlevel 8
Badge +6

CPI went up 10.5% if my memory serves me right… Let’s not forget the rip off 3.9% many of the mobile networks add on top of that. So, prices went up by 14.4%!

Kash
Rank
Userlevel 7
Badge +7

Hi @Graham S,

Welcome to the Community!

24-month customers who purchased between 1st November 2022 and 31st January 2023 will have their line rental increased by 14% (CPI rate of 10.1% +3.9%).

For further information please see the links below:

RPI

CPI

Kash

I hope I was able to help you with your question. If my answer resolved your issue, then please mark my answer as ‘Most Helpful’ using the button below the message with the answer.
D
Rank

Yes this has pretty much guaranteed I'll be buying a cheap phone with a dirt cheap SIM deal when I'm out of this contract.
 

Ridiculous pricing tbf

Kash
Rank
Userlevel 7
Badge +7

Hi @DrFurbs,

We are sorry that you feel this way.

The information regarding CPI and RPI is outlined in the terms of the contract.

 

Kash

I hope I was able to help you with your question. If my answer resolved your issue, then please mark my answer as ‘Most Helpful’ using the button below the message with the answer.
Terms & Conditions
Why iD Mobile?