The use of non-geographic telephone numbers, such as those beginning 0845, has been controversial – particularly in the context of the delivery of public services by bodies such as HM Revenue and Customs.
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The use of non-geographic telephone numbers, such as those beginning 0845, has been controversial – particularly in the context of the delivery of public services by bodies such as HM Revenue and Customs.
Ofcom is consulting on detailed proposals for new tariff principles which are expected to be fully implemented by 2014.
Following a Public Accounts Committee inquiry new Government guidance suggest that the 03 prefix should be the default policy position core public services when a non-geographic number is required.
0845 numbers (76 KB , PDF)
This briefing paper provides information on the Government's targets for rolling out gigabit broadband, its policies to support the roll-out by industry, and its public funding programme, Project Gigabit.
A general debate on rural affairs has been scheduled in the Commons Chamber for 11 November.
This briefing describes customer protections in the UK mobile and broadband markets. It discusses recent concerns expressed on behalf of telecoms consumers, and looks at reforms aimed at improving fairness and protection.
