Tuesday, October 18, 2016

UK Non-Emergency Numbers

As discussed in a recent post, the UK has a different number to dial for emergencies and non-emergencies. These numbers may reach the same personnel, but the rules regulating why/how to reach them are quite different.

Below, you will find important numbers and details you should have handy in case you need to reach local law-enforcement or medical services during a non-emergency.

Friday, October 14, 2016

Emergency Services UK Dial 999

So. You've moved to the U.K., and like me, a few weeks in, you realize you're no longer in 9-1-1 territory. You probably don't have any family or close friends in this new country, and reaching out to new colleagues or acquaintances might not be the greatest idea. So, knowing how to quickly and efficiently reach local emergency services is a must in your survival toolkit. Ditto for your children's.

If you are IN the UK, in case of an emergency, dial 999.

If you are hearing/speech-impaired dial 18000 for a text phone.

Keep reading for a complete list of the most important nationwide numbers to have at hand. A printer-friendly cheat sheet will be available shortly from the downloads page.