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Millions cannot remember all 192 numbers
A study released today by Oftel, the UK telecommunications regulation board claims that 99,9% of UK phone subscribers are unable to remember the thirteen different numbers all beginning with 118 which this week replaced the previously monopolistic 192 enquiries number.
 The study equally describes a general feeling of "panic" throughout the country as soon as the 192 changeover is mentioned.
In face-to-face interviews with a thousand adults between 20/08 and 27/08 only a single respondent was able to correctly identify the thirteen numbers, and even this one person was "unable to name the cost of the calls or say which number he would choose in the event of needing to."
The study finally shows toll that technological change can have on consumers.
Over two percent of respondents claimed to be "stressed" about the changeover while a full 98% agreed "fully" with the statement that they "couldn’t give a toss."
See also : HEALTH : Are you living with AADD ?
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