ringing UK special numbers
Jan 9th 2019, 8:23 am
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ringing UK special numbers
Just surprised that a 3 minute call to a UK special number 03000 (the Canterbury dump about collecting an old desk) cost more than 12 Euros with Wind
They seem to be getting back with one hand what they gave away with the other
They seem to be getting back with one hand what they gave away with the other
Jan 9th 2019, 9:49 am
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Re: ringing UK special numbers
I think someone at WIND has got it wrong as "03" numbers are standard landline rates. It's just that they are not location bound e.g. used by government offices covering the entire country . Else you have been done on one of the many mobile scams going on!
Jan 9th 2019, 11:44 am
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Re: ringing UK special numbers
Slightly off topic,but we use Skype for UK 0800 Freephone numbers.Otherwise unavailable via mobile.
Jan 9th 2019, 11:52 am
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Re: ringing UK special numbers
I have the same problem, in June I had to call my pension provider 0344 number (there were a few calls) wind charged them at high rate call, total calls cost over 400€ I joined one of the consumer association and they are taking the matter to arbitration. Original wind contract doesn't mention 03 numbers as charged at higher rate
