BT has scrapped its mid-contract price rises linked to inflation. The telecoms giant has taken the decision after Ofcom, the industry regulator, threatened to ban the practice. BT consumer chief Marc Allera said: “We are continually thinking about how we – and the wider industry – can play our part alongside policymakers to drive meaningful change, at a time when we can see so many people under pressure.” Allera suggested that BT is helping consumers at a time of rising inflation. He explained: “In real terms, people pay less for their connectivity now than they ever did and get much more.” Br…