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\"2014<\/a>The new UK Wide non-geographic 03 numbers are a great choice for your business, charity or government organisation. These numbers are definitely here to stay and have become the number of choice. So why should my organisation switch to 03?<\/p>\n

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1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The EU Consumer Directive states that from 13th<\/sup> June 2014, the majority of companies using 084 and 087 numbers for their customer service and complaint helpdesks will need to switch these numbers to a number that charges no more than a 01\/02 geographic landline number. 03 numbers are the popular alternative to take over from 084 and 087 numbers.<\/p>\n

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2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 03 numbers are consumer friendly and the best number for your customers to use to contact you as callers are charged the same as calling an 01\/02 number. Meaning that if you currently get free minutes to call a geographic landline then the 03 number will be included. So no high call costs on your landline and mobile phone bills.<\/p>\n

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3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 03 numbers are not fixed to any geographic location giving your customers a UK wide number to replace the more expensive to call 0845 number.<\/p>\n

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4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A number that is here to stay and that will grow with your business. 03 numbers are permanent and you can use them to divert your calls if changing office, telephone number or setting up further phone lines as your business expands. Like a mobile phone number you can take it with you!<\/p>\n

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5)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Get more than just a number with Direct Numbers. All our numbers come packed with Call Handling features designed to professionalise your business. Use our portal to monitor your call stats, change where your number targets or set up advanced services like IVR (Interactive Voice Response) or Call Queuing.<\/p>\n

Direct Number Customer Support Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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