derrick wrote on Mar 18^th, 2007 at 12:16pm:
A lot of smaller companies could easily do this.  However, those utilising several call centres then I'm afraid I think a NGN comes in handy.

derrick wrote on Mar 18^th, 2007 at 3:51pm:
Yes a assuming they have really expensive PABX switchboard, etc equipment.  They would probably have to have backups in place if it fails and would probably have to pay a huge maintenance cost as well.  I can also imagine that the equipment would need to be in each call centre as well and be sophisticated enough to handle the amount of calls the company/gov departments may receive. I believe the cheapest route for those using multiple call centres is unfortunately an NGN.

The point of 03x is that assuming at least some companies migrate to this new number range that it will offer same benefits as the 08x range but without the added cost for consumers in calling.

I'm hoping those companies that arent concerned in the revenue share and only opted for an 0845 for the network features will migrate to 03x.

Even if it does cost money to receive calls on the 03x, I'm hoping that its only a small amount so it's still cheap enough for companies/gov departments to consider taking this route.

Those companies that don't really operate multiple call centres, etc could probably easily go back to a geographical but of course there is no incentive for them to do so.

Hi Adrian, welcome to saynoto0870.com.  

There is a later thread on 03 numbers here and you'll see your company has already been mentioned..

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This, too is from the Global telecom 03 web site in the previous posting. http://www.uk03numbers.co.uk/

Just what is going on? Local rate? And this from a supposed 'Telecom' company?

I notice they have as their logo 'Global Telecom. In touch with the world'.

I'd add to that 'Global Telecom. In touch with the world. Out of touch with reality'.

And, I might add, what are useless Ofcom doing to police this sort of garbage?   

mikeinnc wrote on Sep 30^th, 2007 at 2:16pm:

The thought of a formal complaint occurred to me. This issue is however (for the time being) outside my territory.

Assuming that the information is incorrect! this company is not only spreading the type of confusion that Ofcom is rightly (and I believe, genuinely) seeking to stop, it is also misleading its potential customers. It could be an idea for someone representing a mythical charity to make enquiries about obtaining an 03 number that would provide income to the charity from each call.

False information provided in response to such an enquiry would provide a genuine basis for a formal complaint to Ofcom.