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KenRenn_1582366
SMARTY Pioneer
01-02-2023

Block calls from 0843 numbers

I get repeated calls from numerous 0843 numbers. Very short ring and if I do answer it's a short recorded message. The scam is to leave a 'missed call' on the phone so I return the call - at a premiu...
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MSF
SMARTY Guru
01-02-2023

On an iPhone, you can "Silence Unknown Numbers" - that means you will only receive calls from people in your Contacts List. Go to Settings>Phone>Silence Unknown Callers.

While this is not perfect as you may miss a call from somewhere that habitually uses a number withhold system e.g. doctors' surgeries, it will at least rid you of the nuisance quickly. They may get fed up after a while and try to irritate someone else!

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    KenRenn_1582366
    SMARTY Pioneer
    31-03-2023

    Thanks but I get too many calls from numbers not in my Contact List to try that. Sadly as the calls are automated they won't get fed up. I think the only way this will be tackled is through Ofcom and they are not particularly quick.

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      MSF
      SMARTY Guru
      31-03-2023

      even then you may have difficulty as these scam artists are often overseas and make numbers appear as if they are calling from the U to get you to call a chargeable number I think.

    • Chalkychap's avatar
      Chalkychap
      SMARTY Trendsetter
      31-03-2023

      Have you registered your mobile number with the telephone preference service?

      See more online at https://www.tpsonline.org.uk/. 
      🍀