Orange UK (France Telecom) claims to have completed "significant improvements to its broadband network", which have allowed the operator to launch a number of new packages and make speeds of 'up to' 8Mbps a standard across all products.

The provider hopes that users will see these enhancements manifest in other ways too, such as greater service reliability, quicker and more effective customer support and cheaper services:


Orange has revamped its three main land-line broadband packages, which are as follows and start with an updated version of their "FREE" option for existing mobile phone customers:


The lengthy 18 month minimum contract term still applies to all packages and the pricing above is only applicable to those covered by Orange's unbundled (LLU) network. People living outside of this coverage will be charged an extra £8 per month.

Orange are clearly attempting to turn over a new leaf and hopefully prevent any further customer churn, although the proof is in the pudding and whether or not the improvements are felt by existing users. The ISPs ratings in our review system remain low and hopefully existing customers will update their entry’s to reflect any improvements in due course (here).