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Default Nuisance phone calls - how to stop them?


"Bob Mannix" wrote


But how can you inform an automated call that you are registered with
the TPS?

What to do about this - ideas?

First, you can't easily and second they are probably from outside the UK
where TPS doesn't apply anyway. Not much help, I know. If it is really a
nuisance, ask your phone provider - maybe they can help?


Agreed. The effectiveness of the TPS takes a while to kick in
(weeks/months), but is effective for UK origin nuisance calls.
Worth getting call line id and a phone that can display caller number (if
you haven't already). Even better if it will display your phone book entry
for the number.
We seem to get a spate of International calls every three months or so. If
you have an answering service, the automated call appears to recognise this
and cuts off as soon as the answer machine is activated.

Phil