Directory Enquiries for Mobile Phones

[Interpol Shrimper]

Just been sent this, from next week all mobiles have the potential to be listed in a phone directory, unless you opt out as ex-directory.

You may already have heard about this but early next week all UK mobiles will be on a directory which will mean that anyone will be able to access the numbers. It’s easy to unsubscribe but it must be done before the beginning of next week to make sure that you are ex directory. You may want to suggest it to all your friends and family who have UK mobiles or they could be swamped by unsolicited messages and calls. Removal is recommended by the BBC - see link below.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/working_lunch/8091621.stm


To remove your number click on the link below, you need your mobile phone with you to do this as they text you a code

1, http://www.118800.co.uk/

2, Click on ‘Ex Directory’ at top right hand side of page, from there it’s straight forward

 

[Matt the Shrimp]

Green for that - well played, Rich.

 

[osymandus]

I tried to seach myself and couldnt also the link does take you to a page explaining the mix up.
The dataprotection act would allow people to sue the arse off this company if it were really the case.

 

[Firestorm]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/working_lunch/8091621.stm