BT acknowledges that customers are unaware of the calls being made but still pursues them for payment even after the illegal rogue dialler has been closed down. By doing so, BT could be breaching the Proceeds of Crime Act. Offering their customers' money to charity is no defence.
Although BT now warns customers about the scams and offers advice on call barring options and firewall protection packages, this is a bit like 'shutting the stable door' for those people already stung by the scam.
Let me know if you've been a victim of rogue diallers and I'll contact BT again. The more complaints it receives, the more likely it is to do something positive..
Traffic Problems
Local residents are concerned about speeding on Mendham Lane, which is made worse by heavy lorries using this route into the town centre as well as motorists who make wrong turns from Exchange Street.
I shall be at the meeting with representatives from Norfolk County Council’s Road Safety and Highways departments, local police Inspector Gina Hopkinson and a number of South Norfolk Councillors including Harleston Town Councillor Ron Johnson.
If you want to see a safer Harleston, come along and have your say.
▪ Need to see your MP? You can make an appointment to see Richard by calling 01379 642769 or 651979.
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