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Jonathan Leggett

With over 15 years of experience in online content and journalism, Jonathan is MoneySuperMarket’s editor at large and works across our Broadband, Mobiles, Energy and Money channels.

Along the way, he’s become an expert on everything from megabytes to mortgages and broadband to bonds.

Jonathan is passionate about clear, crisp copy that cuts to the chase and arms consumers with all the information to cut their outgoings and get a really good deal.

Committed to taking the scenic route in his content career, he’s written for the Guardian, Metro, Good Housekeeping, Dazed and Confused and Mixmag.

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Jonathan Leggett

Jonathan's Experience

Jonathan is MoneySuperMarket’s editor at large and works right across our Broadband, Mobiles, Energy and Money channels. Along the way, he’s become an expert on everything from megabytes to mortgages and broadband to bonds.  

Jonathan broke exclusive news about the end of O2’s iPhone monopoly and forthcoming iPhone and Samsung Galaxy phone specifications, which were subsequently picked up by business sites Forbes, Business Insider, as well as Mashable, Hypebeast, TechRadar, ShortList, the Daily Mail and more.  

Jonathan acted as a media spokesperson and worked with a number of blue-chip brands on sponsored content, including Samsung, Lebara, Nokia, Apple, Tesco Mobile, OnePlus, Huawei, O2 and Sky.  

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Expertise

  • Broadband

  • Mobile phones

  • Personal finance

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News & Guides
  • Credit cards for bad credit Bad credit credit cards are designed specifically for people with low or no credit. Or guide explains how these cards work and how you can eventually start to build your credit score.
  • How the Bank Rate drop will affect your mortgageWhat will the bank rate cut mean for your mortgage and how can you protect yourself from increased costs? Our guide explains how interest rates work and what it means for you
  • How does buying a house at auction work? If you know what you're doing, you can bag a bargain at a property auction. But there's a lot to get to grips with, especially if you're a first-time buyer. Read on and we'll walk you through it...
  • How to turn your router into a modemWant better broadband speeds? You might be able to give your connection a boost by turning your router into a modem. Here’s how to go about it..
  • What are smart devices? We explain exactly what's meant by the term smart devices and what they've got to offer. And we've got tips to help you turn your household into a smart home, too.
  • What is broadband?Getting to grips with broadband can be confusing. We're here to fix that. Read on and we'll help you make sense of broadband speeds and walk you through the different types of connections on offer.
  • Who are Avro Energy?Avro Energy has now stopped trading. Find out more below
  • Bristol EnergyBristol Energy has stopped trading. Find out more below.
  • Green Star Energy Green Star Energy is no longer trading
  • DaligasDaligas has ceased trading. Find out more below.
  • Green NetworkGreen Network Energy has now stopped trading, find out more below
  • Bulb is no longer trading. Bulb has ceased trading. Find out more below
  • ENGIE EnergyENGIE no longer operates in the UK.
  • Pure PlanetPure Planet has ceased trading. Find out more below.
  • Shell EnergyShell Energy no longer operates as a consumer energy supplier, but continues to offer business-energy tariffs
  • Tonik EnergyTonik Energy has stopped trading - find out more below
  • PowershopPowershop no longer operates as an energy supplier. Its customers were transferred to EON Next in 2021.
  • E Tariffs & Contact DetailsPrepayment tariffs from E (Gas and Electricity) can help you save money, read on to find out more
  • IglooIgloo has now stopped trading. Find out more below.
  • Co-operative EnergyLearn about Co-Operative Energy's tariffs and contact details
  • Octopus EnergyContact Octopus Energy and find out about its tariffs
  • Spark energyFind out more about Spark Energy
  • EDF EnergyOne of the Big Six, find out more about EDF's tariffs and contact details
  • Sainsbury’s EnergyA household name for groceries, can it help you save on energy? Learn about its tariffs and how to contact
  • Where should you park your vehicle at night?We take a look at how where you park overnight affects your car insurance premiums. And identify the best and worst areas to park.
  • Car Troubleshooting: Common Issues and SolutionsTrapped in your driveway because your car's let you down? Or perhaps you're stranded miles from civilisation with the same problem? Here's how to tackle the most common problems and get back on the road
  • Car Insurance and Drink DriversDrink driving convictions doesn't necessarily mean you won't be able to get car insurance. But you should expect additional challenges. Here's what you need to know.
  • Credit card interest calculatorIf you’ve got an outstanding balance on your credit card, our handy interest and repayment calculator will help you work out how long it will take to pay it off based on your APR and monthly payments...
  • Secured business loansSecured business loans give companies the chance to access much-needed funding by providing assets as a form of security. Our guide explains how they work and how they might suit your business.
  • What is stamp duty and how much do I pay?Stamp duty is what you pay if you purchase property above a certain value in England and Northern Ireland – but rules are slightly different in Scotland and Wales. Here we take a look at the stamp duty tiers and how much you'll have to pay when buying a property.
  • How to deal with estate agents when buying a houseDealing with estate agents can be vexing, especially when you're a first-time buyer. Read on and we'll outline what you should expect from an agent and what key questions you need to ask.
  • What's the difference between freehold vs leasehold properties? If you’re a first-time buyer, one of the first things you’ll need to grips to with are the notions of freehold and leasehold. Read on and we’ll help you make sense of things and work out which ownership category best suits you.
  • How much do house removals cost? Home removal costs can really add up, adding to the burden on first-time buyers who’ve likely already budgeted hard to get on the property ladder. Here we’ll help you get a grasp of how much you’re likely to pay and how to keep costs down.
  • Do I qualify for a mortgage? There’s an awful lot to get your head round when you’re applying for a mortgage for the first time. Read on and we’ll make sense the requirements lenders set. And we’ve got some tips for how to qualify, too.
  • BT vs EE broadband: which is best? EE is owned by BT. But their broadband offerings are very different. We put them to the test for our BT vs EE review.
  • EE TV packagesConsidering TV and broadband with EE? Here’s what the provider has to offer, plus the pros and cons of EE TV and broadband packages to help you make the best decision
  • About EE broadband Pick EE and you can expect competitively priced broadband that's fast and reliable, as well as an affordable TV service based on Apple TV 4K set top box.
  • Credit union loans - how do they work? Credit union loans can help you access finance if you've got an impaired credit rating. But how do they work? And what interest rates apply? We take a look.
  • Simplify your pensions: Combining, consolidating, and transferring explained
  • What does travel insurance cover?Need some help choosing the right travel insurance? We've got you. Read on and we'll walk you though what standard travel insurance covers and what may require a specialist policy.
  • Which side of the fence is mine? Disputes over fence damage are common. Read on and we’ll explain how to check who’s responsible and who’ll foot the bill.
  • Plusnet vs BT broadband: which is best? BT is Plusnet's parent company. But when it comes to broadband packages, they're very different propositions. Here, we take a look at everything they've got to offer.
  • Plusnet broadband review 2024‘Good, honest broadband’. That’s how Plusnet describes its service. But how does it measure up to that claim? We take a look…
  • TalkTalk broadband review 2024TalkTalk’s broadband is certainly cheap. But is it cheerful? And how does it compare to rival providers with pricier packages? Read on, as we run the rule over everything it’s got to offer.
  • Tesco Mobile review: Is Tesco Mobile any good in 2024?Tesco Mobile is cheap. And you get Clubcard points every time you pay your bill. We find out what else the supermarket giant's network has got to offer in our Tesco Mobile network review.
  • Pension Annuity or Drawdown Annuities and drawdowns are both popular options when it comes to taking your pension at retirement. Our guide explains what an annuity and drawdown are, how they work and whether it could be right for you. Both a pension annuity and pension drawdown are in addition to your state pension, which is based on your National Insurance contribution history and is separate from any of your private pensions.
  • BT vs Virgin Media broadband: which is best? Virgin Media and BT have a lot to recommend them. But which is faster? Which is better value? And most importantly which is best for your needs? We take a good look at everything they’ve got to offer to help you decide.
  • Sky vs Virgin Media vs BT: which fibre broadband provider is best? We take a look at some of the most popular providers to see which comes out top for superfast fibre (30Mbps or above) and ultrafast fibre (300Mbps or above). And we’ll see which one’s best value for money, too.
  • Loan calculatorMoneySuperMarket's loan calculator is designed to give you an idea how much a personal loan is going to cost so you can assess affordability.
  • NOW Broadband review 2024NOW Broadband is one of the most wallet-friendly providers. And one of the most flexible too. But can its stripped down packages really compete with the likes of Virgin Media and Sky? We take a look…
  • Mobile Match MakersAfter years spent under lockdown and dating app swipes reaching more than 1 billion swipers per day during the height of the pandemic, 2022 is the year of the great dating reset, with research from dating sites finding people who are looking for love are becoming more upfront than ever with potential partners, with stricter criteria for matches.
  • The lifetime cost of broadband across the worldWith more than 5 Billion active users worldwide, the internet has become an essential part of our lives. But how much will you pay for the privilege of accessing the internet over the course of your lifetime?
  • The Moneysupermarket PSA IndexWhether it's during a movie or a meal, we all know someone who can't put their phone down. But did you know that phone separation anxiety or 'nomophobia' is a very real condition? In our new PSA study, Moneysupermarket dives deep into the phenomenon and reveals the most 'addictive' brands on the market.