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Emergency SMS using Relay UK

If you come across, or are involved in, an emergency you can use your phone to text the emergency services for help using Relay UK’s emergency SMS service.

Contact 999 by SMS text

In an emergency you can use your phone to text the emergency services for help.

Emergency SMS has been designed for people with hearing loss or difficulty with speech, although anyone can use it.

You MUST register your number before using this service.

Text the word “Register” to 999 and follow the instructions to join.

In an emergency you can then text 999 with the emergency service you require, what the problem is and where it is happening.

For more information about the emergency SMS service please visit Contact 999 using Relay UK – How to use Relay UK


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