Useful Numbers in the UK

100 Operator (for help with calls locally, nationally and to the Republic of Ireland)

155 International Operator (for help with international calls or calls to a ship)

118 500 Directory Enquiries (can supply phone numbers for individuals and businesses in Britain if given name and location)

118 505 International Directory Enquiries (as above but for overseas individuals/businesses)

999 Emergency Services (police, fire, ambulance)

Some special phone codes worth knowing include:

Toll-free: 0500/0800
Local call rate applies: 0845
National call rate applies: 0870

 


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