Ofcom has completed its Strategic Review of Telecommunications.

For more information follow this link

Ofcom aims to publish a further statement on implementing any changes to 0870 policy by the end of the year, as part of its ongoing review of the 0870 number range. 

Ofcom aims to publish a statement on its proposal to bring the most expensive 087 numbers (including 0871, 0872 and 0873 numbers) within the remit of PhonepayPlus, in the autumn.

For further information on how this may effect your business visit – changes to 0870 and the effect on your business

Who are we?

08 Direct is a privately owned telecommunications company. We specialise in supplying businesses with non-geographical numbers e.g. 0800, 0844, 0845, 0870, 0871 and 0800 numbers.

Why are we writing a blog?

For a number of reasons really. First and foremost, we will be condensing down into a handful of weekly posts, important telecoms news relevant to UK businesses.

Secondly we will be highlighting how these issues could impact your business. Our telecoms experts will then give you practical advice on the best course of action for you to take.

What will we be blogging about?

• Keeping you up-to-date on any important legislative changes from Ofcom to the way 08 numbers work
• Giving you useful information on how to get the most out of 08 numbers and the services which are currently available to users
• Case studies of how businesses both large and small have used 08 numbers to improve the day-to-day running of their businesses

Can I leave feedback?

Of course! We want you to get involved! Feel free to leave comments on our posts and our experts will try their utmost to answer them!