Regulator looking at UK solution to scourge of scam calls

In Britain, networks will set up a system that will automatically block calls that are actually made from abroad, but that display as a UK number. File image.

The telecoms regulator is working with Irish phone networks in examining technologies to minimise the amount of scam phone calls and text messages that have plagued the public recently.

ComReg said it is aware of moves taken by its British counterpart, following discussions with phone companies there, to introduce measures that aim to stop many of the calls.