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Virgin Media does not currently offer a dedicated NHS discount or a Blue Light Card scheme on its broadband, TV or mobile packages. NHS staff can access the same promotional deals available to all customers, which regularly include reduced monthly pricing, free setup and bundled services. Current deals are listed in the offer widgets above.
Does Virgin Media offer an NHS or Blue Light discount
Virgin Media does not run a verified NHS discount programme at the time of writing. There is no active Blue Light Card partnership in place. Some customers have reported receiving promotional rates when contacting Virgin Media directly, but this is not a guaranteed or consistent scheme and is subject to change at any time.
Virgin Media broadband packages
Virgin Media operates its own cable network rather than using Openreach, which means availability is limited to areas covered by the Virgin Media infrastructure. Where available, packages range from entry-level M125 broadband through to Gig1 and Gig2 options delivering speeds of up to 2Gbps. All packages are sold on 18 or 24-month minimum contracts.
Virgin Media broadband can be taken on its own or bundled with TV and mobile. Bundle deals typically offer a lower combined monthly price than taking each product separately, and free setup is included on many current promotions.
Virgin Media TV packages
Virgin Media TV packages range from Flex, a contract-free streaming option, through to full channel bundles including Sky Sports, Sky Cinema and Netflix. The Virgin TV 360 box supports catch-up, on-demand content and voice search. Virgin Media Stream is a dish-free streaming device available free to eligible broadband customers, giving access to live TV and on-demand apps including Netflix, Disney Plus and Prime Video without a satellite dish.
Virgin Media O2 bundles
Following the merger of Virgin Media and O2, many Virgin Media packages now include a free O2 SIM alongside the broadband or TV deal. These SIMs typically include a data allowance and can be used alongside an existing O2 mobile plan. The Volt benefit also allows Virgin Media broadband customers with an O2 mobile plan to receive boosted broadband speeds and extra mobile data at no additional cost.
Getting a better deal as an existing Virgin Media customer
Virgin Media’s best pricing is generally reserved for new customers. Existing customers approaching the end of a contract can contact Virgin Media to ask about retention deals, though these are not guaranteed to match new customer pricing. Comparing current new customer offers before renewal is the most reliable way to assess whether the existing deal represents good value.
Virgin Media and Black Friday
Virgin Media typically participates in Black Friday with discounts on broadband, TV bundles and mobile deals. These promotions are usually time-limited and available to new customers only. Comparing the Black Friday pricing against deals available outside of the sale period is worthwhile, as headline discounts do not always represent the largest overall saving.
Comparing Virgin Media with other providers
NHS staff comparing broadband and TV options can also look at deals from Sky, BT, TalkTalk and Plusnet. A full overview of current digital TV and broadband bundle deals is available in the TV bundles category.
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Would be great if this applied to those already subscribing to VM!