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

