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Scam Calls

  • June 16, 2025
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Ged Mcgurk
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I am repeatedly being charged for text messages I am not aware I am sending. These are all to the same number which I have blocked from my phone.

What security can I invoke to prevent this from happening?

Best answer by andewhite

If you’re inadvertently subscribed to a premium-rate service (PRS), you can be charged for receiving SMS text messages, ​@Ged Mcgurk.

Quick guide to premium rate services (PRS)

This OFCOM online article might help. 

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  • June 17, 2025

If you’re inadvertently subscribed to a premium-rate service (PRS), you can be charged for receiving SMS text messages, ​@Ged Mcgurk.

Quick guide to premium rate services (PRS)

This OFCOM online article might help. 


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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • June 18, 2025

Hi ​@Ged Mcgurk 

 

To stop unwanted charges for texts to a blocked number, we would recommend setting a zero-bill cap. If the issue persists, consider reporting it to Action Fraud.

 

Does it show a text message has been sent from you?

 

Anika