Maybe you have heard about this but early next week all UK mobiles will
> be on a directory which will mean that anyone will be able to access the
> numbers. It is easy to unsubscribe but it must be done before the
> beginning of next week to make sure that you are ex directory. We have
> all unsubscribed and you may want to suggest it to all your friends and
> family who have UK mobiles or they could be swamped by unsolicited
> messages and calls. Removal is recommended by the BBC - see link below.
>
>
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/working_lunch/8091621.stm> <http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/working_lunch/8091621.stm>
>
>
> Just done this myself. Double checked it wasn't a scam and it is
> actually on the BBC website recommending to do this.
>
> The Directory of Mobile Phone numbers goes live next week.
> All numbers including those belonging to children will be open to cold
> calling and the general abuse that less scrupulous telesales people
> subject us too.
>
> To remove your number go here. (you need your mobile phone with you to
> do this, they text you a code)
>
>
http://www.118800.co.uk <http://www.118800.co.uk/>
>
> You can remove your number from this list, and tell all your friends -
> especially those with children who have mobile phones. I personally
> believe my mobile number is private and I should be able to chose who I
> give it to - none of us agreed to this when we signed our mobile phone
> contracts.
The web site is being worked on at the moment but should be up and running again sometime soon.